sorrow
word
/ˈsɑɹoʊ/
SAH-roh
/sˈɒɹəʊ/
SO-roh
Definition
A deep feeling of sadness, especially caused by loss, disappointment, or suffering. It can describe both personal emotion and the sadness expressed in art, music, or writing.
Usage & Nuances
More literary and stronger than everyday 'sadness'. Common patterns include 'feel sorrow', 'deep sorrow', and 'sorrow over/at something'. In formal messages, 'with sorrow' or 'to my sorrow' can sound serious or old-fashioned.
Spanish: tristeza - pesarPortuguese (BR): tristeza - pesarPortuguese (PT): tristeza - pesarChinese (Simplified): 悲伤 - 悲痛Chinese (Traditional): 悲傷 - 悲痛Hindi: दुःख - शोकArabic: حزن - أسىBengali: বেদনা - শোকRussian: скорбь - печальJapanese: 悲しみVietnamese: nỗi buồn - nỗi đau buồnKorean: 슬픔Turkish: keder - derin üzüntüUrdu: غم - افسوس (اداسی)Indonesian: duka cita - kesedihan mendalam
Example Sentences
Her face showed great sorrow after the news.
basic
He spoke with sorrow about his lost dog.
basic
The song is full of sorrow.
basic
To my sorrow, we couldn't help them in time.
natural
She tried to hide her sorrow, but you could hear it in her voice.
natural
There was a lot of sorrow in the room after he left.
natural