triste

triste
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. sad
Ma mère est triste depuis que mon frère a quitté la maison.My mother has been sad since my brother left home.
a. sad
Malgré son grand sourire, Solène avait un regard triste.Despite her big smile, Solène had a sad look.
a. sad
J'ai adoré ce livre bien que l'histoire soit extrêmement triste.I loved this book although the story is extremely sad.
a. gloomy
Ce ciel gris et triste me déprime. J'ai besoin de lumière et de soleil !This grey and gloomy sky depresses me. I need light and sun!
a. sad
La grippe a mis Richard dans un triste état.The flu put Richard in a sad state.
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