ざんねんながら
Meanings
Expression
1. I'm afraid to say; I'm sorry to say; unfortunately
Composed of
① もの足りなく感じること。あきらめきれない様子。② 悔しく思う様。③ 失敗、敗北などの婉曲表現。④ 欠点などがあってよくないさま。なさけないさま。間の抜けたさま。
Examples (11 in total)
Unfortunately, she didn't come.
Unfortunately, the report is true.
Unfortunately, I'm not sure she'll succeed.
I am sorry I am unable to attend your party.
Unfortunately, the report is correct.
I went to the library, but I'm afraid it was closed.
The bad news is unfortunately true.
I speak some English, but unfortunately I don't understand much.
I'm afraid I can't help you. You must ask someone else.
Unfortunately, my neighbor had a traffic accident and fell into a coma.
Regrettably, we have not received your reply.