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pity in Danish

pity in Danish is medlidenhed, synd — pity means a feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.

pity in Danish

medlidenhed
noun
(uncountable) A feeling of sympathy at the misfortune or suffering of someone or something.
synd
noun
(countable) Something regrettable.

What does "pity" mean?

  1. noun A feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.
    "I felt pity for the lost child crying at the station."
  2. noun A regrettable or disappointing fact.
    "What a pity the match was cancelled because of the rain!"
  3. verb To feel sorrow or sympathy for someone.
    "We pity the poor goalkeeper who let in so many goals."
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pity in a sentence

  • I felt pity for the lost child crying at the station.
  • She felt a deep pity for the stray dog shivering in the rain.
  • What a pity the match was cancelled because of the rain!
  • It would be a pity to waste such a lovely day indoors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "pity" in Danish?
"pity" in Danish is medlidenhed, synd. pity means: A feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.
How do you use "pity" in a sentence?
Example: "I felt pity for the lost child crying at the station." In Danish, "pity" is medlidenhed, synd.
Are there other ways to say "pity" in Danish?
Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "pity": medlidenhed, synd.
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