przykro
Przykro is a Polish word that functions as an adjective meaning “sad” or “unpleasant” and as a common expression used to convey regret or sympathy. In everyday speech it appears most often in the fixed phrase Przykro mi, which translates to “I’m sorry” or “I feel sorry.” The word can also describe a situation as unfortunate: To było przykro (That was unfortunate/sad). For added emphasis, speakers say Bardzo mi przykro (I am very sorry).
Grammatical notes: Przykro commonly accompanies a person in the dative case, as in Przykro mi (I’m sorry)
Etymology and usage context: The term is native to Polish and widely used in conversation, journalism, and
See also: Żal, ubolewanie, współczucie.
- Przykro mi, że cię zawiodłem. (I’m sorry that I let you down.)
- Bardzo mi przykro, że to się stało. (I’m very sorry that this happened.)