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/tɾisˈte.θa/ ES
/tɾisˈte.sa/ MX
Translation
sadness, sorrow
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Word origin
From triste ('sad') plus the noun-forming suffix -eza, from Latin tristitia, from tristis ('sad'). The same root gives English 'triste'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- tristitia
- English cognates
- triste
Grammar
Examples
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I felt a great sadness when saying goodbye to my friends.
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The sorrow in his eyes said it all.
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With time, the sadness turned into calm.
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Why is there so much sadness in that song?
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Do not let sadness keep you company all day.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 2: tristeza, vago, perspectiva and 7 more words.