tristezza
sadness
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/trisˈtet.tsa/
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Cultural Note
Italian culture allows more open expression of sadness than many Anglo-Saxon cultures. Crying in public, especially at funerals or emotional events, is considered natural and healthy rather than a sign of weakness.
📝 Example Sentences
La tristezza si leggeva nei suoi occhi.
Sadness could be read in his eyes.
Non nascondere la tua tristezza.
Don't hide your sadness.
Provava una profonda tristezza.
She felt a deep sadness.