Phrases for Expressing Regret

Expressing a missed opportunity or a mistake.

Expressing strong feelings of guilt or remorse.

Accepting blame for something.

Reflecting on past actions with regret.

Acknowledging a wrong decision.

Expressing genuine apology.

Seeking forgiveness.

Expressing mild regret.

Expressing regret with the benefit of past experience.

Expressing feelings of guilt or remorse.

Expressing shame or embarrassment.

Expressing strong self-criticism.

Acknowledging a bad decision.

Similar to 'with hindsight', but slightly more formal.

Expressing a formal apology.

Expressing failure to do something.

Accepting responsibility.

Informal way to express a mistake.

Accepting responsibility for a mistake.

Taking responsibility for one's mistake.

Formal way of delivering bad news with regret.

Directly accepting blame.

Expressing profound sorrow for one's behavior.

Expressing significant guilt and regret.