🇪🇸 How to say

“sad” in Spanish

triste
Illustration of "sad" in a Spanish cultural setting
A child sits alone on a park bench, head bowed as raindrops begin to fall. Their shoulders slump, and a single tear rolls down their cheek.

Usage note

Use 'triste' to describe feeling unhappy or sorrowful, similar to English 'sad'. It's a common, neutral word for everyday sadness.

Examples

  • Estoy triste hoy.

    I am sad today.

  • La película es muy triste.

    The movie is very sad.

  • Mi amigo se ve triste.

    My friend looks sad.

Quick check

What does "triste" mean?

  • A. sad
  • B. old
  • C. high
  • D. few

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