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Pity
01
piedad
a feeling of sadness caused by the suffering of others
Example
The documentary on the plight of endangered species evoked a strong sense of pity for the animals and their struggle for survival.
The news of the natural disaster stirred a wave of pity and compassion among the community.
She felt a deep sense of pity for the homeless man shivering in the cold.
02
pena, lástima
an unfortunate development
03
piedad, compasión
the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it
to pity
01
sentir pena por, compadecerse de
to feel sorrow or compassion for the misfortunes or suffering of someone.
Transitive: to pity sb/sth
Example
They pitied the homeless family they encountered.
She pities those who face difficulties.
She could n't help but pity the stray dog shivering in the cold.
Ejemplo
The documentary on the plight of endangered species evoked a strong sense of pity for the animals and their struggle for survival.
The news of the natural disaster stirred a wave of pity and compassion among the community.
She felt a deep sense of pity for the homeless man shivering in the cold.
They looked at the injured bird with pity and tried to help it.
He doesn’t want anyone’s pity, just support and understanding.
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