regrettably — used to express regret or disappointment about something unfortunate or undesirable
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to express regret or disappointment about something unfortunate or undesirable
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈɡretəbli/
Example Sentences
- Regrettably, my cooking skills are still at the level of burning water.
- Regrettably, the meeting has been postponed until further notice.
- Regrettably, I must inform you that your pizza delivery took a detour through my stomach.
regrettably
ADVERB[/rɪˈɡretəbli/]
used to express regret or disappointment about something unfortunate or undesirable
Regrettably, she waited too long to send the letter.
Regrettably, the same painful memory returned again that night. (REGRET + SADLY = REGRETTABLY)
Regrettably and painfully, he accepted the truth eventually.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the French word 'regretter' (to regret), which likely comes from Old French 're-' (again) + 'greter' (to weep or lament). The suffix '-ably' converts the adjective form into an adverb.
Breakdown
regret (from Old French regretter, to lament) + -able (capable of being) + -ly (in the manner of) = regrettably
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📝Examples
“Regrettably, my cooking skills are still at the level of burning water.”
“Regrettably, the meeting has been postponed until further notice.”
“Regrettably, I must inform you that your pizza delivery took a detour through my stomach.”
“The project was regrettably abandoned due to lack of funding.”
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