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VocabJLPT N4

regret

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. regret
2. repentance

This noun and する-verb expresses the feeling of regret or remorse over something that has already happened. It is used when someone wishes they had done something differently, and can be used in phrases meaning "I regret that I did that."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He regretted not apologizing sooner.

Sentence 2

I have just one last question — do you truly have no regrets?

Sentence 3

Do you still regret not saying anything before you broke up?

Sentence 4

"I should have just gone," she said, regretting it.

Sentence 5

Why did I just stay quiet back then? I really regret it.