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sad

Pronunciation: [sæd]

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Learn how to use sad in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(adjective) when you feel unhappy or upset. If something bad happens, like losing a toy or a friend moving away, you might feel sad.

Example

She felt sad when her dog was sick.

Example

He was not sad at all when he heard the good news.

Example

Why do you look so sad today?

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) when something looks or sounds unhappy or not joyful. For example, a rainy day might be described as sad because it doesn’t feel cheerful.

Example

The sad song made everyone think about their own feelings.

Example

The sunny weather was not sad; it was bright and cheerful.

Example

Does that painting look sad or happy to you?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) the feeling of unhappiness. It is what we call it when we feel down or not good.

Example

Her sadness went away when her friends cheered her up.

Example

He didn't show any sadness, even after the loss.

Example

Have you ever felt a deep sadness after something sad happened?

How to pronounce sad

Pronunciation: [sæd]

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