What is the Spanish word for "pity"?

Learn how to say "pity" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

pity

Spanish

lástima

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Alternative translations of "pity"

compasión
pena
lastima

Examples of how to use "pity" in Spanish

English
Feeling pity does not solve problems.
Spanish
Sentir lástima no resuelve los problemas.
English
It is a pity you missed the party.
Spanish
Es una lástima que te hayas perdido la fiesta.
English
I felt pity for the lonely child.
Spanish
Sentí lástima por el niño solitario.
English
What a pity we cannot stay longer.
Spanish
Qué lástima que no podamos quedarnos más tiempo.
English
She showed pity and offered help.
Spanish
Ella mostró lástima y ofreció ayuda.

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Feeling pity does not solve problems.

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