Cool MateMeaning of Pity
used to show that you are disappointed about something
In simple words: Feeling sorry for someone else's trouble or sadness.
Pity in a sentence
- It is a pity that you couldn't come to the party last night.
- She felt pity for the stray dogs that had no shelter.
- What a pity that the concert was canceled due to the rain!
- He looked at the injured bird with pity in his eyes.
- It's a pity when people waste their talent by not working hard.
How to use Pity
Use 'pity' in situations where you sympathize with someone's difficulties. It's neutral but may sound formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
feel + pity + for + object
Memory hint
Think of 'pity' like 'pitiful' - something that causes you to feel sorry.
Related words
Collocations with Pity
Synonyms for Pity
Opposites of Pity
- indifference
- apathy
Common mistakes with Pity
- 'Pity' is often confused with 'sympathy' - they are not interchangeable.
- Learners often misuse 'pity' as a verb instead of a noun, e.g., saying 'I pity' instead of 'I feel pity for'.
- It's incorrect to say 'I have pity on' - the correct phrase is 'I have pity for'.
Pity appears in
Pity in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شفقة، أسف
الشعور بالأسف لمشكلة شخص آخر أو حزنه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দুঃখ
অন্য কারো কষ্ট বা দুঃখের জন্য দুঃখিত বোধ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Schade
Mitleid für das Leid oder die Traurigkeit einer anderen Person empfinden.
- SpanishEspañol
Lástima
Sentir pena por los problemas o la tristeza de otra persona.
- Persianفارسی
افسوس، ترحم
احساس تاسف برای مشکل یا غم دیگران.
- FrenchFrançais
Pitié
Ressentir de la tristesse pour les ennuis ou la peine de quelqu'un d'autre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
दया
किसी और की परेशानी या उदासी के लिए खेद महसूस करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Peccato
Provare dispiacere per i guai o la tristezza di qualcun altro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pena
Sentir pena da dificuldade ou tristeza de outra pessoa.
- RussianРусский
Жаль, Сочувствие
Чувство жалости к чьим-то проблемам или печали.
- Urduاردو
افسوس، رحم
کسی اور کی تکلیف یا اداسی پر افسوس محسوس کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
可惜, 怜悯
为别人的不幸或悲伤感到难过。
More words like Pity
- Shame
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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.
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Frequently asked questions about Pity
What does Pity mean?
Feeling sorry for someone else's trouble or sadness.
What is the definition of Pity?
used to show that you are disappointed about something
How do you use Pity in a sentence?
It is a pity that you couldn't come to the party last night.
Can you give another example of Pity?
She felt pity for the stray dogs that had no shelter.
What are synonyms for Pity?
Common alternatives include shame.
What is the opposite of Pity?
Opposite meanings include indifference, apathy.
What words go with Pity?
It commonly pairs with great, real, pity about, a bit of a pity, such a pity, what a pity, be filled with, be full of, feel, out of pity, without pity, pity for, a feeling of pity, a sense of pity, have pity on somebody.
What are common mistakes when using Pity?
'Pity' is often confused with 'sympathy' - they are not interchangeable. Learners often misuse 'pity' as a verb instead of a noun, e.g., saying 'I pity' instead of 'I feel pity for'. It's incorrect to say 'I have pity on' - the correct phrase is 'I have pity for'.
How do you pronounce Pity?
US: /["/ˈpɪti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɪti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pity?
Use 'pity' in situations where you sympathize with someone's difficulties. It's neutral but may sound formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Pity?
"Pity" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.