Meaning
To express a feeling of sorrow or unhappiness.
Cultural Background
It is common to add 'sunkar' (hearing) to show you are responding to news. In offices, it is used to maintain a polite, empathetic tone.
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Meaning
To express a feeling of sorrow or unhappiness.
Add 'sunkar'
Adding 'sunkar' (hearing) makes it sound more natural.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to express empathy?
My friend failed the exam. What do I say?
This is the standard phrase for expressing sadness for someone else.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesMy friend failed the exam. What do I say?
This is the standard phrase for expressing sadness for someone else.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but 'Mujhe bahut dukh hua' is better.
Related Phrases
Mujhe khushi hui
contrastI felt happy
Maaf kijiye
contrastExcuse me/Sorry