amaramente
bitterly
Intermediate Adverb
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Pronunciation
/a.ma.raˈmen.te/
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Cultural Note
Formed from 'amaro' (bitter), amaramente is used to intensify expressions of regret, crying, or disappointment. The connection between taste (bitter) and emotion is strong in Italian — 'amaro' is also a type of bitter digestive liqueur, and 'l'amaro in bocca' (a bitter taste in the mouth) describes lingering dissatisfaction.
📝 Example Sentences
Ha pianto amaramente per la delusione.
She cried bitterly from disappointment.
Si è pentito amaramente delle sue parole.
He bitterly regretted his words.
Quella sconfitta lo ha deluso amaramente.
That defeat disappointed him bitterly.