This is the 7452nd most frequent Swedish word.
sorry
"Sorry" in Swedish is an informal way to apologize, meaning "excuse me" or "I'm sorry."
Here, the word 'sorry' expresses an apology for an action (being late). It is used to convey regret for the inconvenience caused to others.
Förlåt att jag kom för sent.
Sorry for being late.
In this usage, 'sorry' signifies empathizing with someone and expressing regret for a situation or occurrence that might have caused discomfort or grief.
Jag är verkligen ledsen för det som har hänt.
I am really sorry for what happened.
Here, 'sorry' is used politely to request permission or to bring attention before asking or interrupting someone.