My bad

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'my bad' for minor errors or when a casual apology is sufficient.

Dropped your pen? Pick it up and say, 'Oops, my bad!'

Pro Tip 2/3

'My bad' is informal and commonly used among friends or peers.

If you forget someone's name in a social setting, you can say, 'Sorry, my bad!'

Pro Tip 3/3

Avoid using 'my bad' for serious mistakes; it may seem insincere.

If you break someone's valuable item, don't just say, 'my bad,' offer a proper apology.