Cool MateMeaning of Miserable
very unhappy or uncomfortable
In simple words: Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.
Miserable in a sentence
- She felt miserable after losing her job and didn't want to talk to anyone.
- The miserable weather made the outdoor event very unpleasant.
- He lived in a miserable little apartment with no heat during winter.
- After the argument, his miserable mood lasted for several days.
- The team’s miserable performance was disappointing to the fans.
- Despite the miserable conditions, the hikers continued their journey bravely.
How to use Miserable
Use 'miserable' to describe a person's feelings or a situation that causes great sadness. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but may sound overly dramatic in light or humorous conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'misery' and the first part sounds like 'miss', so if you miss something, you feel miserable.
Related words
Synonyms for Miserable
- depressing
- grumpy
- paltry
Common mistakes with Miserable
- Using 'miserable' to describe mild annoyance instead of deep unhappiness.
- Confusing 'miserable' with 'miserly', which means stingy.
- Using it inappropriately to describe a physical object, rather than a person's feelings or states.
Miserable appears in
Miserable in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بائس
تشعر بحزن شديد أو عدم ارتياح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দুঃখী, কষ্টকর
খুব অসুখী বা অস্বস্তিকর বোধ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Miserable
Sich sehr unglücklich oder unwohl fühlen.
- SpanishEspañol
Miserable
Sentirse muy infeliz o incómodo.
- Persianفارسی
بدبخت، فلاکتبار
خیلی احساس بدبختی یا ناراحتی کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Misérable
Se sentir très malheureux ou mal à l'aise.
- Hindiहिन्दी
दयनीय, बहुत दुखी
बहुत दुखी या असहज महसूस करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Miserabile
Sentirsi molto infelici o a disagio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Miserable
Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.
- RussianРусский
жалкий, несчастный
Чувствовать себя очень несчастным или некомфортным.
- Urduاردو
بدبخت، دکھی، تکلیف دہ
بہت زیادہ ناخوش یا بے آرام محسوس کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
miserable
感觉非常不开心或不舒服。
More words like Miserable
- Depressing
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
People also search for
- Miserable meaning
- meaning of Miserable
- Miserable definition
- define Miserable
- what does Miserable mean
- Miserable means
- how to use Miserable
Frequently asked questions about Miserable
What does Miserable mean?
Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.
What is the definition of Miserable?
very unhappy or uncomfortable
How do you use Miserable in a sentence?
She felt miserable after losing her job and didn't want to talk to anyone.
Can you give another example of Miserable?
The miserable weather made the outdoor event very unpleasant.
What are synonyms for Miserable?
Common alternatives include depressing, grumpy, paltry.
What is the opposite of Miserable?
Opposite meanings include happy, joyful, content.
What words go with Miserable?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, about, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, about.
What are common mistakes when using Miserable?
Using 'miserable' to describe mild annoyance instead of deep unhappiness. Confusing 'miserable' with 'miserly', which means stingy. Using it inappropriately to describe a physical object, rather than a person's feelings or states.
How do you pronounce Miserable?
US: /["/ˈmɪzrəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmɪzrəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Miserable?
Use 'miserable' to describe a person's feelings or a situation that causes great sadness. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but may sound overly dramatic in light or humorous conversations.
What CEFR level is Miserable?
"Miserable" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.