The phrase "saying is sorry" is pronounced as /ˈseɪɪŋ ɪz ˈsɒrɪ/. The spelling of this phrase is fairly straightforward: "saying" is spelled as s-a-y-i-n-g, while "is" is spelled as i-s. "Sorry" is spelled as s-o-r-r-y. The pronunciation uses the long-a sound, which is represented by the letter "a" in "saying" and "is". The double-R in "sorry" results in a slightly elongated "o" sound. This phrase is commonly used to convey an apology or regret for something.