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SORRY! Why Canadians say “sorry” so much
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/07/17Ever wondered why Canadians apologize for *everything*? This video dives into the fascinating cultural reasons behind Canadian politeness and teaches you how to use "sorry" in everyday situations, just like a local! You'll pick up practical phrases and understand the nuances of Canadian English, making your interactions smoother and more fun.
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we say
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- Phrase
- To express something verbally; to utter words.
- To express an opinion or belief.
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- Phrase
- A phrase used as a filler in speech, often to indicate uncertainty or to seek confirmation from the listener.
- A phrase used to seek agreement or confirmation from the listener.
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- Phrase
- Used to say you are sorry; to apologize
- Interjection
- A polite formula used when one is about to interrupt someone, ask them to move, or disagree with them.
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- Adverb
- Used as a filler word or to indicate reported speech or thought.
- Intransitive Verb
- To experience a particular feeling or state.
- To resemble or have qualities similar to someone or something.
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