A1 — Beginnernoun
tristezza
sadness
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
malinconiadoloreafflizionemestiziadispiacere
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
felicitàgioiaallegriacontentezzaserenità
Usage note
'Tristezza' is general sadness. 'Malinconia' is melancholy (lingering, bittersweet). 'Afflizione' is deeper grief. 'Mestizia' is literary/poetic sadness.
Example
"Si sentiva una grande tristezza nel cuore dopo la notizia."
"There was a great sadness in his heart after the news."
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