What is the Spanish word for "regret"?

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

English

regret

Spanish

arrepentimiento

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Alternative translations of "regret"

arrepentimiento
pesar
lamentar
remordimiento
pena

Examples of how to use "regret" in Spanish

English
My only regret is not traveling more.
Spanish
Mi único arrepentimiento es no haber viajado más.
English
She felt deep regret after the argument.
Spanish
Ella sintió un profundo arrepentimiento después de la discusión.
English
His only regret was missing the concert.
Spanish
Su único arrepentimiento fue perderse el concierto.
English
That decision became a lifelong regret.
Spanish
Esa decisión se convirtió en un arrepentimiento de por vida.
English
With regret, we canceled the trip.
Spanish
Con pesar, cancelamos el viaje.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "regret" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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My only regret is not traveling more.

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