я опоздал на

I was late for / missed

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I was late for / missed Used for being late to an event, appointment, or transport. The exact English word depends on context.
RU: Я опоздал на автобус и пришлось ждать следующий.
EN: I missed the bus and had to wait for the next one.

Я опоздал на три часа.

I was three hours late.

Я опоздал на занятия.

I was late for class.

Я опоздал на самолёт.

I missed the plane.

Я опоздал на собрание из-за пробок.

I was late for the meeting because of traffic jams.

Я опоздал на рейс.

I missed my flight.

Я опоздал на урок.

I was late for class.