Spanish phrase
Lo siento, no puedo ~.
Meaning
I regret that I cannot ___.
When to use it
A courteous refusal to indicate inability. Used in business or professional contexts and usually followed by a brief reason or an alternative.
Example dialogue
¿Puedes asistir a la reunión a las tres?
Can you attend the meeting at three?
Lo siento, no puedo asistir a la reunión a las tres.
I regret that I cannot attend the meeting at three.