Pesares (en. Regrets)

/peˈsaɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Feelings of sadness, suffering, or regret in the face of a loss or adverse situation.
My regrets for the death of my friend accompany me every day.
Mis pesares por la muerte de mi amigo me acompañan cada día.
Causes of sadness or worry.
The regrets of life are inevitable for everyone.
Los pesares de la vida son inevitables para todos.
Reflections on the pains or afflictions that have been experienced.
She shared her regrets with the support group.
Ella compartió sus pesares con el grupo de apoyo.

Etymology

From Latin 'pensare', meaning 'to weigh' or 'to consider'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to suffer regrets
To experience sorrows or suffering.
padecer pesares
to leave behind regrets
To overcome past sadness or suffering.
dejar atrás los pesares
to express regrets
To express or vent suffering or pain.
sacar los pesares

Related Words

grief
Feeling of sadness or pain due to a loss or situation.
pena
mourning
Period of mourning for the death of a loved one.
luto
suffering
State of experiencing pain or affliction.
sufrimiento

Slang Meanings

To be in a bad emotional place.
After the breakup, he is filled with regrets.
Después de la ruptura, está lleno de pesares.
To be in a bad mood due to emotional problems.
Today he has regrets, you wouldn't want to approach him.
Hoy tiene pesares, no quisieras acercarte.