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unfortunate

Pronunciación: [ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət]

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Contexto: «event or situation»

(adjective) when something bad or unlucky happens. If you spill your drink or miss the bus, you might say that’s unfortunate. It means that something didn’t go as you hoped.

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It was unfortunate that they couldn’t come to the party, but we still had fun.

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It was unfortunate when the team lost the game after trying so hard.

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What unfortunate events have happened to you recently?

Contexto: «relationship or feeling»

(adjective) used to describe someone or something that is considered unlucky or in an unfortunate situation. It shows care or sympathy for someone who is having a hard time.

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She felt unfortunate when she lost her favorite toy, but her friends helped her feel better.

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He did not think it was unfortunate when his prank backfired.

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Do you think it's unfortunate when people don't apologize?

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