unfortunately
/ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli/ · /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1575 in the learning path
不幸的是；遗憾的是
Definitions
adv. used to say that something is disappointing or unlucky
不幸的是；遗憾的是
Example
Unfortunately, the bakery had sold out of fresh bread.
遗憾的是，面包店的新鲜面包已经卖完了。
Unfortunately, many rural schools lack the resources needed to provide students with reliable internet access.
遗憾的是，许多乡村学校缺乏为学生提供可靠网络连接所需的资源。
Collocations
- unfortunately for someone
- unfortunately not
Word family
- fortunate (adj.)
- unfortunate (adj.)
- fortunately (adv.)
- fortune (n.)
Synonyms
- regrettably
- sadly
Antonyms
- fortunately
Usage tip
常置于句首并加逗号，对整件事表示遗憾。
FAQ
- What does unfortunately mean?
- used to say that something is disappointing or unlucky
- How is unfortunately pronounced?
- UK /ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli/, US /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
