bedauerlicherweise
unfortunately
The German word "bedauerlicherweise" is an adverb that means "unfortunately" or "regrettably." It is derived from the verb "bedauern," which means "to regret" or "to lament," along with the suffix “-erweise,” which indicates a manner or circumstance.
Similar words in German include "leider" (unfortunately) and "unglücklicherweise" (unluckily).
The distinction between "bedauerlicherweise" and "leider" is mostly one of formality; "bedauerlicherweise" may sound more formal or elaborate than the simpler "leider."
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Examples
Bedauerlicherweise konnte er nicht kommen.adverb
Unfortunately, he couldn't come.
Bedauerlicherweise haben wir den Zug verpasst.adverb
Unfortunately we missed the train.
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