alas

• Interjektion, die als Adverb verwendet wird, um Kummer, Bedauern oder Besorgnis auszudrücken. Sie leitet eine Aussage ein, die unglücklich oder enttäuschend ist, oft in einem etwas literarischen oder veralteten Ton.

An interjection used as an adverb expressing grief, pity, or concern. It is used to introduce a statement that is unfortunate or disappointing, often in a somewhat literary or old-fashioned tone.

1. Expression of sorrow or regretB2formal

   Used to express grief, pity, or disappointment.

   Ach

   • Alas, the project was cancelled due to lack of funding.
   • She hoped to attend the party, but alas, she was too ill.
   • Alas, the old house could not be saved from demolition.

   Synonymeregrettablysadlyunfortunatelywoefully