Unfortunately in Tagalog

“Unfortunately” in Tagalog is “sa kasamaang palad” or “malas.” This word expresses regret or disappointment about an unwanted situation or outcome. Explore below for a comprehensive understanding of its usage, similar expressions, and practical examples in daily communication.

[Words] = Unfortunately

[Definition]

• Unfortunately /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
• Adverb: Used to express regret or disappointment about something undesirable or sad; unluckily or regrettably.

[Synonyms] = Sa kasamaang palad, Malas, Masamang palad, Sayang, Sadly, Kawawa naman, Sa kamalasan

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: Unfortunately, the concert was cancelled due to bad weather.
• Ex1_PH: Sa kasamaang palad, ang konsiyerto ay kinansela dahil sa masamang panahon.
• Ex2_EN: Unfortunately, I won’t be able to attend your wedding next month.
• Ex2_PH: Sa kasamaang palad, hindi ako makakapunta sa iyong kasal sa susunod na buwan.
• Ex3_EN: The store was closed when we arrived, unfortunately.
• Ex3_PH: Ang tindahan ay sarado nang kami ay dumating, sa kasamaang palad.
• Ex4_EN: Unfortunately, the project didn’t receive enough funding to continue.
• Ex4_PH: Sa kasamaang palad, ang proyekto ay hindi nakatanggap ng sapat na pondo upang magpatuloy.
• Ex5_EN: He studied hard but unfortunately failed the exam by just one point.
• Ex5_PH: Nag-aral siya nang mabuti ngunit sa kasamaang palad bumagsak sa pagsusulit ng isang puntos lamang.