unfortunate
/ʌnˈfɔːtʃənət/ · /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #4183 in the learning path
不幸的；倒霉的
Definitions
adj. Experiencing bad luck or caused by bad luck.
不幸的；倒霉的
adj. Regrettable or likely to cause problems or embarrassment.
令人遗憾的；不妥的
Example
An unfortunate accident left my bicycle wheel badly bent.
一次不幸的意外把我的自行车车轮撞得严重变形。
It is unfortunate that many rural communities still lack reliable access to essential healthcare services.
令人遗憾的是，许多农村社区仍无法稳定获得基本医疗服务。
Collocations
- an unfortunate accident
- unfortunate circumstances
- an unfortunate choice of words
Word family
- unfortunately (adv.)
- fortunate (adj.)
- fortunately (adv.)
- fortune (n.)
Synonyms
- unlucky
- regrettable
Antonyms
- fortunate
- lucky
Usage tip
It is unfortunate that…可表示“令人遗憾的是……”。
FAQ
- What does unfortunate mean?
- Experiencing bad luck or caused by bad luck. Regrettable or likely to cause problems or embarrassment.
- How is unfortunate pronounced?
- UK /ʌnˈfɔːtʃənət/, US /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
