Definition and meaning of English word "sadness"
sadness
/ˈsædnəs/
How to use
The noun 'sadness' is typically used in formal or literary contexts to describe a state of emotional pain or sorrow. A common grammatical nuance is that 'sadness' is often used with the preposition 'at' or 'over', as in 'I felt a deep sadness at the loss of my friend.' Learners should note that 'sadness' is less commonly used in everyday conversation than its synonyms, and may sound more poetic or expressive.
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sadness
Example
It is important to keep the sadness in a safe place.
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Common phrases
- deep sadness— deep sadness
- feel sadness— feel sadness
- express sadness— express sadness
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Frequency rank: #1368 in English
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The English word "sadness" means "sadness" in English.
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