Keyword
a sense of
Info
FrequencyTop 400-500
Type
Kyōiku (4th grade) 
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KankenLevel 7
Heisig1715
Readings
ねん
(99%)
Composed of
now
heart
Mnemonic

Just now in my heart I'm starting to have a sense of compassion for her after hearing her tragic story.

Used in kanji (4 in total)
groan
wrenching
fresh-water catfish
bear fruit
Used in vocabulary (255 in total)
deplorable; regrettable; disappointing; vexing; unfortunate
I'm afraid to say; I'm sorry to say; unfortunately
(just) making sure; just to be sure; just in case; for caution's sake
Examples (200 in total)
Oh, that's a shame!
Oh, that's a shame.
That's too bad.
I'm so sorry to hear that.
I'm sorry to hear that.
It's a pity that you couldn't come.
It's a pity that he can't marry her.
It is a pity that he can't come.
I'm sorry she's not here.
I'm disappointed that I wasn't able to go with her.
It is truly regrettable.
It's a pity that Mr. Mori can't come to see us.
I'm sorry to say I don't remember your name.
Sorry, I must stay at home today.
I'm sorry I can't go.
I'm sorry my friend isn't here.
Unfortunately, I don't have time to do that.
I never saw him again, nor did I regret it.
I regret that I can't see you tonight.
It's a pity that you can't come to the party.
It's too bad she can't come to the party.
It is a pity that the teacher is leaving our school.
I'm sorry I can't go with you today.
Unfortunately, that rumor is true.
Unfortunately, the report is true.
Unfortunately, I already have plans for that day.
Unfortunately, it wasn't that easy.
Unfortunately, it's not that simple.
Unfortunately, she didn't come.
Unfortunately, that's true.
Regretfully it is not possible.
Unfortunately, I'm not sure she'll succeed.
It is a pity that you can't join us.
It's a pity that you can't travel with us.
Unfortunately, this house has already been sold.
I speak some English, but unfortunately I don't understand much.
I also have a bit of money, just in case.
My idea of that place is not very clear.
I'm afraid I can't help you. You must ask someone else.
I'm sorry I don't agree with you on that matter.
Her regret was written all over her face.
He has completely lost all sense of duty.
She has no sense of duty.
I went to the library, but I'm afraid it was closed.
I am sorry I am unable to attend your party.
They were apprehensive that the situation would worsen.
The bad news is unfortunately true.
What's the bad news?
The library was founded in memory of the scholar.
Unfortunately, the report is correct.
That goes against my beliefs.
He had something that I didn't have - faith.
He stated his belief that God created us.
She always stands up for her convictions.
We should try to avoid imposing our own beliefs on others.
There isn't much I can do to help, I'm afraid.
Sorry, but I have to work tonight.
His new movie is disappointing.
We regret that your application has not been accepted.
I regret to inform you that your application has been refused.
This aroused her suspicion.
I doubt everything, even my own doubts.
I had doubts.
His behavior is contrary to his belief.
The young doctor devoted himself to helping the poor and sick.
He has always devoted himself to music.
He devoted himself to many cultural activities.
He devoted himself to the study of literature.
He dedicates himself to research.
She devoted herself to her children.
I give myself to the study of philosophy.
I will devote my life to the study of history.
I feel profound sympathy for the victims.
I regret that I can't help you.
"Is the essay ready?" "No, I'm sorry. I haven't finished writing it yet."
It is my belief that sincerity will be rewarded in the end.
The concept of "zero" originated in India.
I have bad news.
I regret that I have to inform you of the bad news.
He was devoted to medical science.
He devoted himself to the study of medicine.
John investigated the accident thoroughly.
He stuck to his beliefs and accomplished a difficult task.
I'm afraid we can't go on Monday.
Many industrialists have expressed their concern about the economy.
There was a parade to mark the occasion.
He reminded his wife to wake him up at 7:00 a.m.
Several young engineers were employed and were devoted to developing a new computer.
We have some doubt as to whether he has chosen the right course.
This book should be read with diligence.
Kate took careful notes on the history lecture.
It's a pity that you can't come.
He has a firm belief.
You have to concentrate on your recovery.
Even the most carefully made plans frequently result in failure.
She made elaborate preparations for the party.
It was a pity that Tom couldn't come to our party.
Tom concentrated on his work.
The idea of happiness is extremely abstract.
Unfortunately, there was no one around.
Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to see the castle.
My French isn't very good, unfortunately.
Unfortunately, I hardly speak any French.
Unfortunately, the character you play is killed off at the very start of the play.
Accordingly I gave up my plans.
Why did you give up?
If I should fail again, I would give up the plan.
The doctor told me to give up smoking.
The leader gave up the plan in despair.
He abandoned the plan.
He gave up the plan for economic reasons.
They abandoned the plan.
She gave up her plans against her will.
There is no reason that I should give up my plan.
His theory is based on careful research.
Discussion is based upon mutual respect.
She investigated the company's output record carefully.
I will devote myself to studying for the entrance exams.
It's our anniversary tomorrow.
Tom carefully wiped his fingerprints off the knife.
After the war, the idea of democracy spread throughout Japan.
He was filled with wonder.
It is a great pity that he died so young.
It is a pity that he died so young.
You will be sorry for it some day.
I'm very sorry to hear that.
She was sorry to hear the bad news.
We regret his death.
We were sorry to hear the news.
I'm sorry to hear that you got a divorce.
The moon landing was a monumental achievement.
Unfortunately, I don't have time today.
They watched the solemn ceremony in the church with awe.
Unfortunately, you cannot bring him along.
Thai Air celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
We held a party in honor of the 20th anniversary of our company.
Unfortunately, the results yesterday were as you see.
They erected a statue in memory of Gandhi.
Unfortunately, the food supplies gave out before the end of winter.
Unfortunately, my neighbor had a traffic accident and fell into a coma.
In looking back, I feel deeply grateful to my parents.
I am sorry to have missed the TV program last night.
The devout Christian persists in his belief.
The sea got rough, so that we had to give up fishing.
His notion of welfare is pretty abstract.
The bright boy comprehended the concept of geometry.
"Do you know what day it is today?" "It's our wedding anniversary!"
It's Tom and Mary's wedding anniversary today.
Today is my parents' wedding anniversary.
Our wedding anniversary is coming soon.
We celebrated our tenth wedding anniversary yesterday.
Let's go somewhere nice for our wedding anniversary.
The older you grow, the more you tend to adhere to fixed ideas.
These ideas are embodied in the constitution.
Let's take an X-ray just in case.
Shareholders were concerned about the company's swift expansion overseas.
What I am talking about right now is the deep love and respect I have for my husband.
I felt profound reverence for the courageous mother.
Some psychologists raise doubts about Pepperberg's research.
Political concerns have caused many people to doubt the prediction.
This monument is in memory of a great statesman.
This monument is dedicated to the soldiers who gave their lives to their country.
This monument was erected in February, 1985.
The monument was erected in honor of the eminent philosopher.
The time spent to see the monument is short.
The soldiers have erected a peace monument.
The city dedicated a monument in honor of the general.
A monument was erected in her honor.
A monument was erected in memory of the deceased.
The governor dedicated the memorial to the soldiers who died in the war.
The monument was set up in the park.
He devoted himself to the volunteer activity.
She devoted herself to the volunteer activity.
Unfortunately, the hotel that you suggested was completely booked up.
The hall was built in memory of the founder.
And a wish is engraved on the base of the statue.
He has a great admiration for actor Olivier.
Today's ceremony marks the 100th anniversary of our school.
I didn't win, but at least I got a consolation prize.
It's a tragedy that rainforests are being destroyed for the sake of profits.
He lacks moral sense.
The news confirmed my suspicions.
A linked list isn't that complicated of a concept.
It's a pity that Mary has no sense of humor.
It is a pity that he has no sense of humor.
Today is our anniversary so let's make this a special dinner.
He devoted himself to the study of English literature.
I cannot help but be concerned about the commercialism of Hollywood movies.
Regrettably, we have not received your reply.
He has no sense of economy.
We abandoned the project because of a lack of funds.
America has an elaborate system of constitutional checks and balances.
The police carefully investigated the cause of the accident.
To my regret, my father could not recover from his long illness.
The concept of zero comes from Hindu culture.
The concept of zero sprang from the Hindu culture.
Today is Independence Day.
It's very interesting that in Chinese the concept of tense does not exist.
This chapter will focus on the concepts of geometry.
I bought a commemorative medal on my trip.