Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Sympathy for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation.
Natural examples
Sie hatte Mitleid mit dem verletzten Vogel.
She felt pity for the injured bird.
Sein Mitleid half der Familie in der Krise nicht weiter.
His pity did not help the family in the crisis.
Die Nachbarn zeigten Mitleid mit den Betroffenen.
The neighbours showed compassion for those affected.
Usage note
Neuter noun, usually uncountable, with mit plus dative. Mitgefühl can sound more respectful than pity.
Mini-lesson: Mitleid
Sympathy for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation. Neuter noun, usually uncountable, with mit plus dative. Mitgefühl can sound more respectful than pity.
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