Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lastima

noun
/ˈlɑːstɪmə/
Definition
A term used to express sorrow or regret; a pity.
Examples
  • It is a lastima that she couldn’t attend the party.
  • After hearing the news, he said, ‘What a lastima!’
Meaning
In English, ‘lastima’ translates to ‘pity’ or ‘shame’. It conveys a sense of disappointment regarding a situation or someone’s misfortune.
Synonyms
  • pity
  • shame
  • sorrow