Enter the word for search

alas

/əˈlæs/

alasadverb

/əˈlæs/

Used parenthetically within a clause to mean "unfortunately; regrettably"

Definitions

Unfortunately; regrettably (used parenthetically to comment on an undesirable fact)

He was, alas, too late to catch the train.

alasinterjection

/əˈlæs/

Translations

Alas, I cannot attend the meeting.

Увы, я не могу присутствовать на встрече.

Additional translations

Definitions

An expression of sorrow, regret, or disappointment.

Alas, the concert was canceled due to the storm.