tristețe
sadness
Pronunciation
/trisˈte.t͡se/
Cultural Note
Tristețe is a core emotional word in Romanian, heavily present in folk music (muzică populară) and the doină tradition. Romanian culture doesn't shy away from expressing sadness — it is considered a natural and even beautiful part of the human experience.
📝 Example Sentences
O tristețe adâncă i se citea în ochi.
A deep sadness could be read in her eyes.
Nu-ți ascunde tristețea.
Don't hide your sadness.
Tristețea a cuprins tot satul.
Sadness engulfed the entire village.
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