可惜 (kě xī): regrettable, unfortunate, a pity

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HSK 4adjective

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What a pity, I didn't go yesterday.

What a pity, you missed a good opportunity.

He is very talented, but unfortunately his health is not good.

It's a pity about these good dishes, they're all wasted.

Not being able to attend your wedding is really a great pity.

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