a regreta
to regret
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/a re.ɡreˈta/
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Cultural Note
A regreta is used both formally and informally. 'Regret' at the beginning of a sentence is a polite formula similar to 'I'm sorry to say' — used in official communications and formal speech. In personal relationships, 'Regret enorm ce s-a întâmplat' (I deeply regret what happened) signals genuine remorse.
📝 Example Sentences
Regret că nu ți-am spus mai devreme.
I regret not telling you sooner.
Nu vei regreta niciodată că ai încercat.
You will never regret that you tried.
Regretăm plecarea ei.
We regret her departure.