unfortunately
[ʌnˈfɔɹt͡ʃ.nɪʔ.li]
UK: /ʌnˈfɔː.t͡ʃə.nət.li/
ɅNFƆɹT͡Ʃ · nɪʔ · li (3 syllables)
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Definition
Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
Etymology
From unfortunate + -ly or un- + fortunately.
Example Sentences
- "He unfortunately placed his hand on a loose brick."
- "There were an unfortunately large number of misprints."
- "The houses which burned down could have been saved. Unfortunately, the fire truck had broken down on the way."
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