Introduction

It's becoming increasingly important for public figures to apologise after making a mistake. Neil and Beth discuss different ways to say sorry and teach you some useful vocabulary. 

This week's question

How many times a day does the average British person say 'sorry'?

a) four times per day?
b) six times per day? or,
c) eight times per day?

Listen to the programme to hear the answer.

Vocabulary

sarcastic
saying or doing the opposite of what you really mean in order to mock or insult

public figure
famous person whose life and behaviour is often discussed in newspapers and on radio and television

faux pas
saying or doing something in a social situation that causes embarrassment or offence

fine
sum of money paid as a punishment for doing something illegal or breaking a rule

caveat
warning that something may not be completely true or is somehow limited

draw a line under (something)

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