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VocabJLPT N1

sympathy

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. sympathy
2. compassion

This noun and verb (する) expresses sympathy or compassion felt toward someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation. It can sometimes carry a slightly condescending nuance, implying you feel sorry for someone from a position of relative comfort.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I can't help but feel a little sorry for my friend who keeps failing.

Sentence 2

When I learned about his past, I actually felt a little sorry for him!

Sentence 3

The world isn't kind enough for you to feel sympathy that easily.

Sentence 4

Even if there are reasons, you can't make decisions based on sympathy alone at work.

Sentence 5

Do you really think your team will feel sorry for you with that excuse?