expression
thank you very much; I'm sorry; excuse me
A polite, all-purpose phrase that can express gratitude, apology, or a request for attention depending on context. The どうも adds emphasis and sincerity.
お土産をいただいて、どうもすみません。
Thank you very much for the souvenir.
遅刻してしまい、どうもすみません。
I'm very sorry for being late.
どうもすみません、駅はどちらですか。
Excuse me, which way is the station?