A message to say you're late

A young woman texts on her phone

Learn how to write text messages to tell a friend you're going to be late.

Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.

Preparation

Reading text

Aziz

online

I'm running 10 mins late, sorry!

15:57

No problem!

15:58

Aargh! Traffic is really bad. I'll be more than 10 mins late now, sorry again!!

16:07

It's OK, don't worry. I'm in the café already so it's fine

16:08

This is not my day! I'm here but can't find a place to park. I'm looking for a different car park. Not sure how long I'll be

16:09

OK, LMK when you find a place

16:11

I might get something to eat tho

16:11

Of course! I'll be as quick as I can

16:13

OK!

16:13

Found one! Be there in 10 mins

16:16

Well done! See you soon

16:16

Thx for waiting

16:17

Tips

1. You don't need to write complete sentences for text messages.

2. Use abbreviations like LMK (= let me know) or use emojis to save time writing.

3. You don't need to use full stops (.) at the end of messages.

4. Say how many minutes you think you'll need, e.g. I'm running 10 minutes late.

5. It’s good to say sorry and sorry again, but you don't need to say sorry in every message.

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Submitted by Barkathunisa on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 10:32

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I can not say i am always punctual, i do run five to ten minutes late but never more than that. It is either because of traffic or late arrival of the bus. Though i hate the idea of not being punctual i do try to be punctual as much as possible.

Submitted by ofti on Sat, 04/01/2020 - 19:34

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Hello,i was late every monday because i live too far to my job.i will change my work to be punctual in time

Submitted by Fikymaulana on Fri, 27/12/2019 - 07:06

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my friend fajar. He used to said "I'm on my way" when we had an appointment. Evidently, he just had to wokeup. He accepted my call close to window. So, I heard the wind as like as he took on motorbike.

Submitted by Ai Nguyen on Thu, 26/12/2019 - 05:41

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I am usually on time in important meetings and scheduled appointments. However, I usually go to work late about 30 minutes. I want to be on time, but I have many things to do in the morning; such as go to gym, take shower, prepare food for breakfast and lunch. Luckily, my office is not so strict on timing. We focus on efficiency. Anyway, next year I will improve my punctuality because it shows professionalism.

Submitted by Esperance15 on Tue, 17/12/2019 - 09:52

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I am always on time at my work place, but today I am running 15 mins late because I woke up 20 mins late. so I will meet you in 5 mins.

Submitted by su3aad on Sat, 07/12/2019 - 15:54

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unfortunately, I always get my classes for 10 mins late or even more, my teachers put me in the absent list every time in the attendance sheet. the reason is that I wake late in the morning. eat breakfast, and get ready takes time.

Submitted by Renee on Wed, 04/12/2019 - 02:44

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I really find it hard to always be on time but I try not to keep anyone waitind for more than 15 mins.

Submitted by Clara2019 on Wed, 04/12/2019 - 02:36

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I was late about 5-10 minutes because of traffic jam, my kids, etc... i will try to be on time in the future.