We apologize for the inconvenience, but we're performing some maintenance. (2024)

FAQs

How do you respond to sorry for inconvenience? ›

No problem / No worries / Don't worry about it. It happens. I forgive you / You're forgiven. I appreciate your apology. / I accept your apology.

Some good direct synonyms for "sorry for the inconvenience" would be: "I/We apologize for the inconvenience." "I/We apologize for any inconvenience caused." "Sorry for any trouble caused." "Please accept our/my sincere apologies."

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. This is more than a minor inconvenience. The closing of the shop caused great inconvenience. We have apologised for the inconvenience caused and are making sure that we put this right.

I am writing to express my regret for [briefly state issue]. Please accept my sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. Rest assured, measures have been taken to fix [the issue] and prevent a recurrence. Thank you for your understanding.

"Sorry for the inconvenience" lacks an authentic feel and comes across as insincere or formulaic. Repeating it might make customers feel like another transaction rather than valued individuals. And that's where a genuine apology steps in like a superhero, cape and all.

Part of apologizing sincerely is expressing your regret for the consequences you caused. For example, you might say:"I am sorry for forgetting to email you the financial report you asked for. I felt awful when I heard that you had to reschedule your meeting with accounting because of my forgetfulness."

Take Responsibility

Saying, "When I said [the hurtful thing], I wasn't thinking. I realize I hurt your feelings, and I'm sorry," acknowledges that you know what it was you said that hurt the other person, and you take responsibility for it. Don't make assumptions and don't try to shift the blame.

How do you say inconvenience in a formal way? ›

We regret any disruption this may have caused

This “sorry for the inconvenience” alternative expression is a formal way of expressing regret for any trouble resulting from unforeseen circ*mstances, including service interruptions, product recalls, or a change in policy that affects customers.