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pity in German

pity in German is Mitleid, schade, bemitleiden — pity means a feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.

pity in German

Mitleid
noun
(uncountable) A feeling of sympathy at the misfortune or suffering of someone or something.
schade
noun
(countable) Something regrettable.
Mitleid
noun
(countable) Something regrettable.
bemitleiden
verb

What does "pity" mean?

  1. noun A feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.
    "She felt a deep pity for the stray dog shivering in the rain."
  2. noun A regrettable or disappointing fact.
    "It's a pity you can't stay for dinner."
  3. verb To feel sorrow or sympathy for someone.
    "I pity anyone who has to work with him."

pity in a sentence

  • She felt a deep pity for the stray dog shivering in the rain.
  • He showed no pity for the men who had cheated him.
  • It's a pity you can't stay for dinner.
  • I pity anyone who has to work with him.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "pity" in German?

"pity" in German is Mitleid, schade, bemitleiden. pity means: A feeling of sorrow or sympathy for someone else's suffering.

How do you use "pity" in a sentence?

Example: "She felt a deep pity for the stray dog shivering in the rain." In German, "pity" is Mitleid, schade, bemitleiden.

Are there other ways to say "pity" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "pity": Mitleid, schade, bemitleiden.

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