regretting
word · lemma: regret
Definition
Feeling sorry or sad about something you did or did not do in the past.
Usage & Nuances
'Regretting' is the continuous (-ing) form; it describes an ongoing or active feeling in the present. Commonly used after 'am', 'is', 'are' (e.g., 'I am regretting'), but 'regret' is usually used for permanent, general feelings. Don't confuse with 'forgetting'.
Spanish: lamentar - arrepentirsePortuguese (BR): lamentar - arrepender-sePortuguese (PT): lamentar - arrepender-seChinese (Simplified): 后悔Chinese (Traditional): 後悔Hindi: पछतानाArabic: النَدَم
Example Sentences
She is regretting her decision to move away.
basic
I am regretting what I said yesterday.
basic
They are regretting not studying harder.
basic
I'm really regretting eating that second slice of cake.
natural
Are you regretting your choice yet?
natural
He kept joking, not regretting his words at all.
natural