MAKING EXCUSES

1. I'm afraid I can't today….

Q: Hey Barb, Do you want to have lunch today?
A: I’m afraid I can’t today, I’m too busy.
2. I’m sorry to disappoint you, but…
Q: Would you mind coming to the office this Saturday?
A: I’m sorry to disappoint you, but I do need a weekend away to relax.
3. Can we make it next week instead?
Q: Let’s have a family meeting this Friday!
A: Can we make it next week instead? I don’t have time this week.
4. I’m sorry I can’t come…
Q: Are you coming to the dinner reunion?
A: I’m sorry I can’t come. I’ve had another invitation.
5. I have to cancel the appointment
because…

6. I’m sorry I can’t keep the appointment…

Q: Are you still going to the coffee afternoon with our friends today?
A: I have to cancel the appointment because I’ve decided to have the work done for
tomorrow.
 Let’s Review!
PHRASES TO APOLOGIZE…
1. I'm afraid I can't today…
2. I’m sorry to disappoint you, but…
3. Can we make it next week instead?...
4. I’m sorry I can’t come…
5. I have to cancel the appointment because…
6. I’m sorry I can’t keep the appointment…
…THE EXCUSE
…I have an important meeting.
…I am feeling really sick.
…This week I am very busy!
…I have to study for a final exam.
…I have to get up very early.