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/ˌaɪm ˈsɔːri tə hɪər ðæt/
An expression of sympathy or sorrow in response to someone's unfortunate news.
Phrases
Strongest matches:
- I regret to hear that
- I’m saddened to hear that
- I'm truly sorry
- My heart goes out to you
- I share your sorrow
Weak matches:
- That’s unfortunate
- I feel for you
- Sorry to hear that
Antonyms:
I'm glad to hear that, I'm pleased to hear that, I'm happy to hear that
Usage examples:
1. I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling unwell; I hope you recover quickly.
2. I'm sorry to hear that your vacation plans got canceled due to the weather.
3. I'm sorry to hear that you didn't get the job, but I believe another great opportunity will come your way.