Phrases for Expressing Regret

Expressing guilt or sadness about a situation.

Acknowledging an error in judgment.

Expressing what one ought to have done differently.

Informal expression of making a mistake.

Taking responsibility for a mistake.

A more emphatic expression of apology.

Requesting forgiveness for a wrongdoing.

Expressing a strong feeling of regret.

Expressing strong feelings of guilt.

Expressing shame or embarrassment about something.

Accepting responsibility for something negative.

Accepting complete responsibility for an action.

Expressing a wish for a different outcome.

It's easy to see mistakes after they've happened.

Expressing strong self-criticism.

Similar to 'I could kick myself'

Expressing a strong feeling of remorse.

A more formal and stronger expression of apology.

Expressing specific regrets about a past action or decision.

Expressing shame and hesitancy before admitting something.

Informal way to accept responsibility.

Expressing strong remorse.

Expressing a wish to undo a past action.

Expressing sincere apology.