申し訳ございませんが

I'm sorry, but

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I'm sorry, but A very polite and formal expression used to apologize before giving disappointing news, refusing a request, or stating an inconvenience. Often used in customer service and business situations.

JA: 申し訳ございませんが、ただいま担当者が不在です。

EN: I'm sorry, but the person in charge is currently unavailable.

大変申し訳ございませんが、もう品切れでございます。

I'm terribly sorry, but we're sold out.

申し訳ございませんが、私自身が会合に出席することはできません。

I’m sorry, but I won’t be able to attend the meeting myself.