No. 12,267 in Spanish

lamentables

Regrettable or unfortunate.

In a sentence

Los resultados del examen fueron lamentables.
The exam results were regrettable.
Here, "lamentables" is used to describe a disappointing or inferior quality of the exam results.
La situación en la reunión fue lamentable debido a los desacuerdos.
The situation in the meeting was deplorable due to disagreements.
In this sentence, "lamentable" expresses an unfortunate or unpleasant circumstance, emphasizing the discord.
Es lamentable que no podamos asistir al evento debido al mal clima.
It is regrettable that we cannot attend the event due to bad weather.
Here, "lamentable" conveys a sentiment of regret or unfortunate hindrance caused by circumstances.

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