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[Anonymous]

Can you please explain the meaning of "What a shame!"
Thank you.

 

[RonBee]

It is most likely an expression of sympathy. Example:

• It's too bad you didn't get that scholarship. What a shame!

 

[MikeNewYork]

Can you please explain the meaning of "What a shame!"
Thank you.

It uses a meaning for shame different from "embarrassment" or "disgrace". In that sense, "shame" means "unfortunate situation" or "disappointment". :wink:

 

[Tdol]

We also say 'What a pity'. ;-)

 

[MikeNewYork]

We also say 'What a pity'. ;-)

Que lastima! :roll: