Sighed Meaning in English
word · lemma: sigh
ˈsaɪd
SYDE
sˈaɪd
SYDE
Definition
Made a long, deep breath to express sadness, relief, or tiredness. Often used when someone feels emotional or wants to show how they feel.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in stories or descriptions to show emotion. Common collocation: 'sighed with relief/sadness/frustration.' Not a loud sound, but an emotional gesture. Sometimes written in dialogue to indicate mood.
Spanish: suspiróPortuguese (BR): suspirouPortuguese (PT): suspirouChinese (Simplified): 叹了口气Chinese (Traditional): 嘆了一口氣Hindi: आह भरीArabic: تنهدBengali: আহ্ করেন - দীর্ঘশ্বাস ফেলেনRussian: вздохнул - вздохнулаJapanese: ため息をついたVietnamese: thở dàiKorean: 한숨을 쉬었다Turkish: iç çekti - içini çektiUrdu: آہ بھریIndonesian: menghela napas
Example Sentences
She sighed after finishing her homework.
basic
He sighed with relief when the exam was over.
basic
The tired teacher sighed loudly.
basic
He looked at the empty fridge and sighed.
natural
“I guess it’s just one of those days,” she sighed.
natural
Jack saw the long line at the bank and sighed in frustration.
natural