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“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 roll…

Usage note

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

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