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JLPT N3 Intermediate

申し訳ない

Deep apology or gratitude implying there is no excuse for the trouble caused

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Other forms

申し訳ございません very formal/humble
申し訳無い less common kanji for ない
1 I-adjective, Expression

I'm sorry" / "It's inexcusable

Acknowledges that there is no valid excuse for your actions, conveying a sense of deep regret and responsibility.

Example

私 の ミス で ご 迷惑 を おかけし 、 申し訳 ありません でした 。

I sincerely apologize for the trouble caused by my mistake.

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2 I-adjective, Expression

Thank you (for the trouble)

Expresses appreciation by emphasizing the trouble or burden someone voluntarily took on your behalf.

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申し訳ない
もうしわけない
Deep apology or gratitude implying there is no excuse for the trouble caused
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