Politely Decline Invitations When You’re Too Tired

Thank you for the invite, but I’m really tired today.

I would love to join, but I need to rest tonight.

I’m sorry, but I’m too exhausted to go out.

Patternsgo — went — gone

I appreciate the offer, but I need to catch up on some sleep.

Patternscatch — caught — caught

I’m not up for it tonight, but maybe another time?

Patternsbut maybe another time

Can we reschedule?

I’m feeling really worn out.

Patternsfeel — felt — felt^wear — wore — worn

I’m too tired to make it tonight, but thank you for thinking of me.

Patternsmake — made — made^think — thought — thought

I’m going to have to pass this time; I’m really tired.

Patternsgo — went — gone^have — had — had

I need to rest tonight; I hope you understand.

Patternsunderstand — understood — understood

I’m too exhausted to join in, but I hope you have a great time.

Patternshave — had — had^a great time

I’ll have to skip it tonight; I’ve had a long day.

Patternshave — had — had^have — had — had^a long day