Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Triste: sad
triste
Pronunciation: TREES-teh (stress the capital letters)
Triste means “sad” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: sad
- How to say it: TREES-teh
- Forms: triste, triste, tristes, tristes
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “triste” means and how to use it
Triste means “sad.” It has the same form for masculine and feminine.
Forms of “triste”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | triste | tristes |
| Feminine | triste | tristes |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Estoy triste porque me voy.I am sad because I am leaving.
- Es una película muy triste.It is a very sad movie.
- Mi perro se ve triste hoy.My dog looks sad today.
Usage tip
Use estar for the feeling (estoy triste) and ser only for a lasting personality trait or for something that is sad by nature (la noticia es triste).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “sad” in Spanish?
“sad” in Spanish is “triste.” It is pronounced TREES-teh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “triste”?
Say TREES-teh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “triste” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “triste,” “triste,” “tristes,” and “tristes.”
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