In Spanish, the word for ‘sad’ is ‘triste.’ This word can be used to describe a feeling of unhappiness or sorrow in various contexts, much like in English. For instance, if someone is feeling down or has received bad news, you can say, ‘Estoy triste,’ which means ‘I am sad.’
‘Triste’ is an adjective, so it can change form based on the noun it describes. For example, if you are referring to a sad woman, you would say ‘triste’ as well, but for a sad man, you can also say ‘triste.’ However, if you are describing a sad group of people, you might use ‘tristes’ to match the plural noun. Understanding these nuances helps in using the word correctly in conversation.