It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: 残念 (zannen)
Meaning: disappointed or regrettable
Examples
- 残念ですね。 That’s too bad.
- それは残念です～。 That’s too bad.
- 彼に会えなくて残念です。 It’s too bad that I didn’t get to see him.
- ご一緒できなくて残念です。 It is regrettable that I can’t go with you.
- 失敗者に対しては残念です。 I feel sorry for the loser. > I pity the loser.
- それを聞いて本当に残念です。 I’m sorry to hear that.
- 私にとって残念な結果だった。 The result was disappointing for me.
- その試合は残念な結果になった。 The result of the game was disappointing.
- 残念ながら試験は不合格でした。 Unfortunately, I failed the exam.
- 残念ながら、これは間違っています。 Unfortunately, this is incorrect.