Signification
An exclamation expressing disappointment or frustration.
Contexte culturel
In the US, 'Bummer!' is a very common, casual way to express empathy. It is used by all ages in informal settings. While understood, 'Bummer!' is less common in the UK. British speakers might prefer 'What a shame' or 'That's a pity'. Australians use 'Bummer!' frequently, often in the same way as Americans. It fits well with the casual Australian communication style. Usage is almost identical to the US. It is a standard part of casual Canadian English.
Keep it light
Only use 'Bummer!' for small problems. It makes you sound friendly and empathetic.
Avoid serious topics
Never use this for major tragedies. It will sound very rude.
Signification
An exclamation expressing disappointment or frustration.
Keep it light
Only use 'Bummer!' for small problems. It makes you sound friendly and empathetic.
Avoid serious topics
Never use this for major tragedies. It will sound very rude.
Add an intensifier
Say 'That's a total bummer' to show you really understand the frustration.
Casual settings only
Save this for friends, family, and peers. Don't use it with your boss.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
I missed the bus. ________!
Bummer is used to express disappointment about missing the bus.
Which situation is appropriate for 'Bummer!'?
Choose the best scenario.
Bummer is for minor disappointments, not major life events.
Complete the dialogue.
A: I lost my favorite pen. B: ________.
This shows empathy for the loss of the pen.
Match the phrase to the feeling.
Bummer! matches which feeling?
Bummer is an exclamation of disappointment.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesI missed the bus. ________!
Bummer is used to express disappointment about missing the bus.
Choose the best scenario.
Bummer is for minor disappointments, not major life events.
A: I lost my favorite pen. B: ________.
This shows empathy for the loss of the pen.
Bummer! matches which feeling?
Bummer is an exclamation of disappointment.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNo, not in casual settings. It is a friendly way to show empathy.
No, it is too informal. Use 'That is unfortunate' instead.
It is a noun, usually used as an exclamation.
No, that is incorrect. Use 'I am disappointed'.
It is most common in American English but understood elsewhere.
Use it when something small goes wrong during your day.
It is usually singular.
No, that would be insensitive.
Yes, it is a classic piece of American slang.
It means a very disappointing situation.
Yes, it is perfect for texting.
No, it has been around since the 1960s.
Expressions liées
That sucks
similarSomething is very bad.
Too bad
similarThat is unfortunate.
What a shame
similarThat is unfortunate.
That's a pity
similarThat is unfortunate.
