sadness
word
/ˈsædnəs/
SAD-nuhs
/sˈædnəs/
SAD-nuhs
Definition
Sadness is a feeling of being unhappy, sorrowful, or down, usually because of loss, disappointment, or difficult situations.
Usage & Nuances
"Sadness" is a formal, neutral noun often used for emotions in stories or psychology. Common collocations: "feel sadness," "deep sadness," "overcome by sadness." Unlike "depression," "sadness" is usually temporary.
Spanish: tristezaPortuguese (BR): tristezaPortuguese (PT): tristezaChinese (Simplified): 悲伤 - 悲哀Chinese (Traditional): 悲傷 - 悲哀Hindi: उदासीArabic: حزن - كآبةBengali: দুঃখ - বিষাদRussian: грусть - печальJapanese: 悲しみVietnamese: nỗi buồn - sự buồn rầuKorean: 슬픔Turkish: üzüntü - hüzünUrdu: اداسیIndonesian: kesedihan
Example Sentences
He felt great sadness when his friend moved away.
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Tears are often a sign of sadness.
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The movie filled her with sadness.
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There was a deep sadness in his eyes after the news.
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Over time, her sadness faded and she started to smile again.
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Music sometimes helps people deal with their sadness.
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