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長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございません。

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

formal

How it works

This phrase is a polite apology for a lack of contact over an extended period. 「長く」 (nagaku) means 'for a long time'. 「ご連絡せず」 (go-renraku sezu) is the negative te-form of 「ご連絡する」 (go-renraku suru - 'to contact') in a humble/honorific context, meaning 'without contacting'. 「申し訳ございません」 (mōshiwake gozaimasen) is a very polite and formal way to say 'I apologize' or 'I'm sorry'.

Sample sentences

先日は、長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございませんでした。

I apologize for not contacting you for a long time the other day.

長い間ご無沙汰しており、長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございません。

I apologize for the long silence and for not contacting you for a long time.

お忙しいところ恐縮ですが、長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございません。

I'm sorry to bother you when you're busy, and I apologize for not contacting you for a long time.

Quick facts

nuance:Implies that the speaker feels responsible for the lack of communication and is genuinely apologetic. Often used when re-establishing contact after a long silence.

politeness:Highly formal and polite. Used in business contexts or to superiors/elders. The use of 'ご' for ご連絡 and 'ございません' indicates a high level of respect and humility.

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Example

先日は、長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございませんでした。

I apologize for not contacting you for a long time the other day.

長い間ご無沙汰しており、長くご連絡せず、申し訳ございません。

I apologize for the long silence and for not contacting you for a long time.