生活英语|生活英语之情景会话系列：Apologizing道歉

Sometimes it is necessary to tell someone bad news gently.

1.A: Im afraid I spilled coffee on the tablecloth^1.

B: Oh, dont worry about it.

A: I want to apologize. Is there anything I can do?

B: Just forget about it. I never did like it anyway.

2.A: Im really sorry, but I seem to have misplaced your scarf.

B: Oh, thats all right.

A: Im very sorry. Can I get you another one?

B: No. Forget about it. Its not important.

3.A: Im sorry, but I cant find the book you lent me.

B: Thats OK.

A: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.

B: No. Dont be silly. I wouldnt dream of letting you do that.

4.A: I feel terrible, but Ive just broken your ashtray^2.

B: Its nothing to get upset about.

A: I dont know what to say. Id like to replace it.

B: No. Its out of the question.