désolées

Désolées is a French word that translates to "sorry" or "regrettable" in English. It is the feminine plural form of the adjective "désolé." When used in conversation, it expresses apology or sympathy. For example, "Nous sommes désolées" translates to "We are sorry." The masculine singular form is "désolé," the masculine plural is "désolés," and the feminine singular is "désolée." This word is commonly used in everyday French communication to acknowledge a mistake or express empathy for an unfortunate situation. It can also be used more formally to convey regret about a decision or outcome. The root of the word comes from the Latin "desolatus," meaning "abandoned" or "laid waste," which conveys a sense of sadness or disappointment.