alas

• Interjection utilisée comme adverbe pour exprimer le regret, la pitié ou l'inquiétude. Sert à introduire une affirmation malheureuse ou décevante, souvent sur un ton littéraire ou vieilli.

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.

   Hélas

   • 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.

   Synonymesregrettablysadlyunfortunatelywoefully