Sad in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'sad' is 'triste', pronounced TREES-teh (IPA: /ˈtɾiste/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: tristes).
Pronunciation: TREES-teh
| Spanish | triste |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | TREES-teh · /ˈtɾiste/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | tristes |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'triste'
- Estoy triste porque mi amigo se va.
I am sad because my friend is leaving. - ¿Estás triste? Puedes hablar conmigo.
Are you sad? You can talk to me. - La película es muy triste.
The movie is very sad. - Después de perder el partido, los jugadores estaban tristes y no querían hablar con nadie.
After losing the game, the players were sad and did not want to talk to anyone.
Common Phrases with 'triste'
- ponerse triste
to become sad - una canción triste
a sad song
How to Use 'triste'
Triste ends in -e, so it has the same form for masculine and feminine; the plural simply adds -s: tristes. Use estar triste for feeling sad right now; ser triste describes something inherently sad, like a movie or a story.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'sad' in Spanish?
'Sad' in Spanish is 'triste', pronounced TREES-teh.
How do you spell 'triste'?
It is spelled t-r-i-s-t-e.
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