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    Hélas (en. Alas)

    [elɑ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    interjection
    Used to express a feeling of sadness or despair.
    Alas, not everyone can come to the party.
    Hélas, tout le monde ne peut pas venir à la fête.
    Indicates disappointment in a situation.
    Alas, he failed his exam.
    Hélas, il a échoué à son examen.
    Expresses regret over a loss or missed opportunity.
    Alas, those happy days are behind us.
    Hélas, ces jours heureux sont derrière nous.

    Etymology

    Latin origin 'aie', used in the Middle Ages to express sorrow.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Alas, I cannot.
    Expression of regret for an impossibility.
    Hélas, je ne peux pas.
    Alas, it happens.
    Acknowledgment of an unfortunate situation.
    Hélas, cela arrive.
    Alas, that's life.
    Acceptance of a difficult situation.
    Hélas, c'est la vie.

    Related Words

    regret
    Feeling of disagreement or sadness regarding a past situation.
    regret
    despair
    Mental state of loss of hope or expectation.
    désespoir
    sadness
    Emotional state of melancholy or disappointment.
    tristesse

    Slang Meanings

    Used to mark an exaggeration of despair.
    He has failed at everything, alas!
    Il a échoué à tout, hélas !
    Used to ironize about an unfortunate situation.
    Alas, another rainy weekend!
    Hélas, encore un week-end pluvieux !