Alack Meaning in English
word
əˈlæk
uh-LAK
ɐlˈæk
uh-LAK
Definition
An old-fashioned word used to express sadness, regret, or surprise, similar to saying 'oh no' or 'alas'.
Usage & Nuances
Very archaic and poetic; 'alack' is not used in modern conversation, only in literature, drama (especially Shakespeare), or for stylistic effect. Often found with 'alack and alas'. Not used seriously today.
Spanish: ¡ay!Portuguese (BR): ai de mim - ai!Portuguese (PT): ai de mim - ai!Chinese (Simplified): 唉 (表达悲伤或遗憾)Chinese (Traditional): 唉 (表達悲傷或遺憾)Hindi: हाय (दुःख या आश्चर्य व्यक्त करने के लिए)Arabic: يا للأسف - للأسفBengali: হায় - আফসোসRussian: увы - ахJapanese: ああ - おおVietnamese: than ôi - ôi chaoKorean: 아아 - 아, 슬프다Turkish: vah - eyvahUrdu: ہائے - افسوسIndonesian: aduh - duh
Example Sentences
Alack, the window is broken.
basic
Alack, I have lost my keys again.
basic
Alack, all the food is gone.
basic
He forgot our anniversary again—alack, what shall I do?
natural
Alack, if only I had listened to your advice.
natural
Alack and alas, the show has been cancelled.
natural