How to say "Saying I'm running late" in English
The train, the meeting, your coffee, your life: something slipped. This is the phrase you need.
I'm running late
The safest default: natural, clear, and easy to adapt.
A: Are you close?
B: I'm running late, but I'll be there in ten.
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I'm a bit behind schedule
A professional way to say late.
I'm a bit behind schedule this morning.
I'm on my way
You are coming now.
I'm on my way now.
I'll be there in...
Give the useful detail.
I'll be there in fifteen.
I'm stuck in traffic
Traffic is delaying you.
I'm stuck in traffic on Main Street.
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Default
You want the simple, natural option.
I'm running late
Best first choice.
Softer
You want to sound warmer or less blunt.
I'm a bit behind schedule
Good for people.
Stronger
You want more color or emphasis.
I'm on my way
Use when it fits.
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I'm running late.
Simple and natural.I'm running late here, so I'll be careful with the next step.
Work-safe version.I'm sorry, but I'm running late.
Adds a softener.I'm running late tbh
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