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Qué pena

What a shame / That's too bad

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Emotions & Reactions Institutionalized Expression Beginner neutral
Pronunciation:

keh PEH-na

When to use:

Expressing sympathy, regret, or disappointment.

See It in Context

No pude ir. —¡Qué pena!

I couldn't go. —What a shame!

Disappointed
Está enfermo. —Qué pena.

He's sick. —That's too bad.

Sympathy
Qué pena que no vengas.

What a shame you're not coming.

Regret