B1 Expression 1 min read

真是可惜

zhen shi kexi

What a pity, it's a shame

Meaning

Expresses regret or sadness about a missed opportunity or unfortunate event.

Practice Bank

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他没能来参加派对,真是______。

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这部电影的结局很棒,但因为时间关系我错过了,真是______。

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她是个很有才华的艺术家,但英年早逝,真是______。

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The phrase is composed of '真' (zhēn), meaning 'truly' or 'really'; '是' (shì), meaning 'is' or 'to be'; and '可惜' (kěxī), meaning 'regrettable' or 'pitiable'. The combination emphasizes the strong feeling of regret or pity.

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