Look at the expressions for apologizing. Listen for these expressions in the conversations.

1. I’m sorry I’m late.

2. The train was late.

3. I was very busy.

4. We weren’t at home

Listen and repeat these sentences. Underline the word with the main stress.

Work with your partner. Take turns to play Suzie and the head teacher. Act out the conversations.

1. You missed a meeting because your train was late. Apologize to your boss.

2. Your friend was in the hospital last weekend. Express sympathy.

Write two emails. Check your expressions.