👉 In English, "apology" typically means to express or offer an explanation for an action or behavior that is considered wrong or regrettable. It can refer to both formal apologies and informal ones. Formal apologies are made in a professional setting such as a meeting or a written letter. They acknowledge the mistake, express remorse, and request forgiveness from the person who caused it. In informal settings, such as when you're apologizing to someone who didn't do something wrong but just happened to make