🇬🇧 Sadness meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

Sadness is an emotional state characterized by feelings of unhappiness, sorrow, or disappointment. It can be caused by various situations, such as loss, failure, or difficult experiences, and is a natural part of human emotions.

The dog experienced sadness when it found out the mailman wasn't coming today.

Tim felt deep sadness when he realized his cookie was actually a dog biscuit.

Jake felt overwhelming sadness when he finished his favorite TV series and had to return to real life.

The sadness on Grandpa’s face was dramatic when he found out the "senior discount" didn’t apply to donuts.

The sadness in Max’s heart was immeasurable when he reached for the last slice of pizza and saw his brother had already taken it.

A girl stood by the wet bench, her sadness visible in slow steps. The photo in her hand brought sharp sadness, and rain made the sadness feel bigger. A woman sat beside her, shared a warm smile and an old umbrella. The small kind act eased the girl's sadness; the sadness felt lighter and she wiped her face and smiled.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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