Mourned Meaning in English
word · lemma: mourn
ˈmɔɹnd
MORNED
mˈɔːnd
MAWND
Definition
To feel or show deep sadness, usually because someone has died. It can also refer to expressing sorrow for something lost.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally and in written contexts; 'mourn' is quite strong and emotional, usually linked to death or major loss. Often collocates with 'the loss of', 'a loved one', or 'in silence'. Not used for minor disappointments.
Spanish: lloró - estuvo de lutoPortuguese (BR): lamentou - chorouPortuguese (PT): chorou - lamentouChinese (Simplified): 哀悼 - 悲伤Chinese (Traditional): 哀悼 - 悲傷Hindi: शोक मनायाArabic: حزن على - نعىBengali: শোক প্রকাশ করা - শোক করাRussian: оплакивал - скорбелJapanese: 喪（うしな）ったことを悼（いた）んだ - 嘆（なげ）いたVietnamese: than khóc - thương tiếcKorean: 애도했다 - 슬퍼했다Turkish: yas tuttu - ağıt yaktıUrdu: غم منانا - سوگوار ہوناIndonesian: berkabung - meratapi
Example Sentences
She mourned her grandmother for many months.
basic
The village mourned the loss of their beloved teacher.
basic
He mourned in silence during the entire ceremony.
basic
Many fans mourned when the famous singer passed away.
natural
She still mourned the friendship they once had, even years later.
natural
We all mourned differently, but we supported each other.
natural