"Sympathies" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Sympathies are feelings of kindness, pity, or sorrow expressed or offered to someone who has experienced a misfortune or tragedy. The term can also refer to a message expressing condolences, usually to someone who has lost a loved one, such as a friend or family member.
For example:
"I want to send my sympathies to your family for the loss of your loved one."
"The community extended its sympathies to the victims of the natural disaster."
Examples of Sympathies:
The family expressed their sympathies to the couple on the loss of their beloved pet.
The nation offered sympathies to the country affected by the devastating earthquake.
After hearing the news, I offered my sympathies to my friend who lost her mother.
The politician extended her sympathies to the families of the victims of the tragedy.
The company sent out a statement conveying its sympathies to those affected by the recent natural disaster.
Having or showing sympathy; feeling or expressing pity or understanding for someone else's suffering or misfortune.