Apolohiya (en. Apology)

a-po-lo-hiya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A statement of regret or acknowledgment of a mistake.
You need to give your apology to her from the heart.
Kailangan mong sabihin ang iyong apolohiya sa kanya mula sa puso.
A statement asking for forgiveness for a mistake or wrongdoing.
He made an apology to his fans for his delay.
Nagbigay siya ng apolohiya sa kanyang mga tagahanga sa kanyang pagkakaantala.
Significant acknowledgment of shortcomings or perspectives in a situation.
His apology indicated his sincerity.
Ang kanyang apolohiya ay nagpahiwatig ng kanyang sinseridad.

Etymology

From the English word 'apology'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to ask for forgiveness
to state an apology or request for pardon.
humingi ng tawad
gave an apology
the act of stating a message that asks for forgiveness.
nagbigay ng apolohiya

Related Words

forgiveness
A request for pardon.
tawad
responsibility
The recognition of obligations or duties.
responsibilidad

Slang Meanings

sorry
Sorry, it wasn't intended.
Apolohiya lang, 'di ko na intended.
regret
That comes with a lot of regrets for what you did.
May apolohiyang dala 'yan sa ginawa mo.
sorry man
Sorry, man, next time for sure!
Apolohiya na lang, bro, next time talaga!