Describe a time when you were late

You should say

• When was it?

• Why were you late?

• How do you feel about being late?

• Explain how you managed the situation.

Introduction

• I would like to describe an incident when I arrived late for a friend’s birthday dinner.

When was it?

• It happened roughly six months ago on a Saturday evening that I would like to describe.

Why were you late?

• I arrived late because I was helping my neighbor with an urgent issue and lost track of time.

How do you feel about being late?

• Being late made me feel terrible, mainly because it was my friend’s special day. I was concerned that my tardiness would cause inconvenience to everyone and detract from the celebration.

Explain how you managed the situation.

• Once I realized I was running late, I immediately called my friend to apologies and explain the situation. I also reassured them that I was on my way and would be there as soon as possible. I asked if they could start without me and save me a seat.

Conclusion

• Luckily, my friend was understanding and waited for me. Although I arrived 30 minutes late, everyone still enjoyed themselves, which was a relief. This experience made me realize the importance of time management and communication in maintaining healthy relationships.