No. 753 in Dutch
jammer
"Jammer": "Too bad" or "unfortunate."
In a sentence
Het is jammer dat het regent tijdens ons uitje.
It is a pity that it is raining during our outing.
In this sentence, 'jammer' is used to express regret or disappointment about a specific situation.
Jammer genoeg was de winkel al gesloten.
Unfortunately, the store was already closed.
Here, 'jammer genoeg' is a common phrase in Dutch meaning 'unfortunately,' used to express regret about an unfavorable occurrence.
Wat een jammer dit schilderij niet te kunnen kopen.
What a pity not to be able to buy this painting.
In this case, 'jammer' is expressing sorrow or disappointment about a missed opportunity or lost chance.
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