Italian Word · Intermediate
spiacente
sorry / regrettable
Pronunciation: spyah-CHEN-teh
Meaning
Feeling regret or sorrow; used to express regret or an apology, or to describe something regrettable.
Example
Siamo spiacenti per l'inconveniente.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Practice tips
- Practice spiacente out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for intermediate-level learners.