Expressing regret is a common and important aspect of communication. When you want to convey that you are feeling sorry about a decision or action, it's essential to have a variety of phrases at your disposal. Here are 12 different ways to say 'I'm regretting' in English:
- I wish I hadn't...
- If only I hadn't...
- I'm feeling remorseful about...
- I'm kicking myself for...
- I should have thought twice before...
- I'm filled with regret over...
- I regret that...
- I'm sorry I...
- I'm feeling guilty for...
- I wish I could take back...
- I'm repenting for...
- I'm rueful about...
Each of these phrases offers a slightly different nuance of regret, allowing you to tailor your expression to the specific situation. Below are detailed explanations and examples for a few of these alternatives:
1. I wish I hadn't...
'I wish I hadn't...' is used when you want to express that you regret doing something in the past.
Example: I wish I hadn't eaten that entire cake. Now I feel sick.
2. If only I hadn't...
This phrase is similar to 'I wish I hadn't...' and is often used to express deep regret or longing for a different outcome.
Example: If only I hadn't missed my flight, I wouldn't be stuck at the airport now.
3. I'm feeling remorseful about...
'I'm feeling remorseful about...' is a more formal way to express regret and sorrow for a specific action.
Example: I'm feeling remorseful about not attending the meeting yesterday. I should have been there.
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