Unfortunately Sentences
Unfortunately is an adverb expressing regret about an unwanted situation or outcome. e.g., Unfortunately, the event was canceled due to rain.
How to use Unfortunately in a sentence
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Unfortunately Sentences
Unfortunately, we don't have any more chocolate left.
I planned a surprise, but unfortunately she found out.
The picnic was planned, but unfortunately it rained.
The movie was great, but unfortunately it was too long.
Unfortunately, she couldn't make it to the party.
He is a good player; unfortunately, he got injured.
Unfortunately, I missed the bus this morning.
I wanted to join the team, but unfortunately I wasn't selected.
Unfortunately, the store didn't have the toy he wanted.
The concert was supposed to be outside, but unfortunately it rained.
She wanted to buy the dress, but unfortunately it was too expensive.
We wanted to visit the museum, but unfortunately it was closed.
She baked a cake, but unfortunately it was too salty.
We wanted to see the dolphins, but unfortunately they didn't show up.
The game was going well, but unfortunately the power went out.
I thought I had saved my work, but unfortunately I lost it.
Unfortunately, the cat knocked over the vase.
He was excited for the race, but unfortunately he got a flat tire.
Unfortunately, the ice cream truck didn't stop here.
The children wanted to go to the park, but unfortunately it was too dark.
I tried my best, but unfortunately I didn't pass.
They hoped to see the parade, but unfortunately they were late.
Unfortunately, the flight was delayed by three hours.
They planned a hike, but unfortunately the trail was closed.
I had planned to cook dinner, but unfortunately I forgot to buy ingredients.
They looked forward to the fair, but unfortunately it was too crowded.
I thought the test was tomorrow, but unfortunately it's today.
We were looking forward to the play, but unfortunately the lead actor was sick.
Unfortunately, the library didn't have the book I needed.
He hoped to win the prize, but unfortunately he didn't.
She hoped to get a promotion, but unfortunately it went to someone else.
The family wanted to go camping, but unfortunately their tent was torn.
I thought the store was open, but unfortunately it had closed early.
Unfortunately, the concert tickets were sold out.
They planned a beach day, but unfortunately there was a jellyfish warning.
Unfortunately, the cat hid and we couldn't find her.
She wanted to join the dance class, but unfortunately it was full.
The kids wanted to build a snowman, but unfortunately the snow melted.
We were excited for the trip, but unfortunately it got canceled.
I tried to fix the computer, but unfortunately it's still broken.
She had practiced for weeks, but unfortunately she forgot her lines.
I wanted to wear my new shoes, but unfortunately they were too tight.
Unfortunately, the dog ran away during the storm.
I was excited to see my friend, but unfortunately she moved away.
He wanted to swim, but unfortunately the pool was closed.
I tried to bake cookies, but unfortunately I burned them.
We hoped to get front row seats, but unfortunately they were taken.
Unfortunately, the game was postponed due to bad weather.
I wanted to surprise him, but unfortunately he guessed.
He hoped to see the comet, but unfortunately the sky was too cloudy.
Unfortunately Definitions
Unfortunately indicates something regrettable or undesirable has occurred.
Unfortunately, my phone broke.
Unfortunately denotes a turn of events that is not favorable.
Unfortunately, he couldn't come.
Unfortunately suggests that something is contrary to wishes or hopes.
Unfortunately, the match was canceled.
Unfortunately is used to signify bad luck or unfavorable outcomes.
Unfortunately, we missed the train.
Unfortunately introduces a statement reflecting an unwanted situation.
Unfortunately, the cake was overcooked.
Unfortunately expresses disappointment or pity about a fact or event.
Unfortunately, she lost her keys.
Unfortunately Idioms & Phrases
Tied with the rope of unfortunately
To consistently experience bad luck.
He seems tied with the rope of unfortunately, always facing setbacks.
Wearing the hat of unfortunately
Someone who frequently brings bad news.
She's wearing the hat of unfortunately today with that grim update.
Caught in unfortunately's web
Trapped in a series of unfortunate events.
With all the delays, they felt caught in unfortunately's web.
Bathing in the pool of unfortunately
Being consistently surrounded by misfortunes.
Lately, I feel like I'm bathing in the pool of unfortunately.
Carrying unfortunately's bag
Taking around bad luck wherever one goes.
He seems to be carrying unfortunately's bag during the trip.
Reading from unfortunately's book
Sharing a series of bad news or updates.
She's been reading from unfortunately's book all evening.
Walking on unfortunately's path
Going through a phase of constant setbacks.
It feels like we are walking on unfortunately's path this year.
Riding unfortunately's wave
Going through a series of unfortunate events.
With the market crashes, investors felt they were riding unfortunately's wave.
Dancing to the tune of unfortunately
Continuously encountering adverse situations.
He's been dancing to the tune of unfortunately all week.
Under unfortunately's umbrella
Being shielded or protected from potential good luck or opportunities.
They were under unfortunately's umbrella, missing all the good chances.
Feeding from unfortunately's plate
Experiencing a streak of bad luck or misfortunes.
After the series of losses, the team felt they were feeding from unfortunately's plate.
Guided by unfortunately's hand
Making decisions or choices that consistently lead to unfortunate outcomes.
Their project seemed guided by unfortunately's hand with the many wrong choices.
Sitting at unfortunately's table
Being in a situation where one is surrounded by misfortunes.
After the third mishap, she felt she was sitting at unfortunately's table.
Flying with unfortunately's wings
Heading towards or being on a path of bad luck.
The expedition felt like it was flying with unfortunately's wings after the many challenges.
Wearing unfortunately's shoes
Experiencing a series of missteps or misfortunes.
She felt she was wearing unfortunately's shoes with all her recent mistakes.
Sleeping in unfortunately's bed
Consistently waking up to bad news or events.
With his string of bad mornings, he felt he was sleeping in unfortunately's bed.
Sailing on unfortunately's sea
Navigating through a series of challenges or bad luck.
With the constant challenges, the crew felt they were sailing on unfortunately's sea.
Holding unfortunately's lantern
Lighting the way for bad news or unfortunate events.
Every update he gave felt like he was holding unfortunately's lantern.
Painted with unfortunately's brush
Describing a situation that seems to have a touch of misfortune.
The event seemed painted with unfortunately's brush with all the hiccups.
Singing unfortunately's song
Expressing regrets or sharing sad news frequently.
He was singing unfortunately's song after the project's failure.
Common Curiosities
What part of speech is Unfortunately?
Unfortunately is an adverb.
How many syllables are in Unfortunately?
"Unfortunately" has five syllables.
What is the verb form of Unfortunately?
Unfortunately does not have a verb form; it's an adverb.
What is the root word of Unfortunately?
The root word of "Unfortunately" is "fortunate."
Why is it called Unfortunately?
It is derived from "un-" (meaning "not") and "fortunate," signifying a lack of good fortune or luck.
What is the pronunciation of Unfortunately?
Unfortunately is pronounced as /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/.
Which vowel is used before Unfortunately?
The vowel "u" is used at the beginning of "Unfortunately."
What is another term for Unfortunately?
Another term for "Unfortunately" is "regrettably."
What is the opposite of Unfortunately?
The opposite of "Unfortunately" is "Fortunately."
How is Unfortunately used in a sentence?
Unfortunately is used to express regret or to indicate that something undesirable has occurred.
What is a stressed syllable in Unfortunately?
The second syllable "for" is stressed in "Unfortunately."
Is Unfortunately an adverb?
Yes, "Unfortunately" is an adverb.
What is the singular form of Unfortunately?
Unfortunately does not have a singular or plural form as it is an adverb.
Which conjunction is used with Unfortunately?
"Unfortunately" can be followed by various conjunctions based on sentence structure, but it isn't tied to a specific one.
Which preposition is used with Unfortunately?
"Unfortunately" doesn't require a specific preposition. It's context-dependent.
Which article is used with Unfortunately?
Articles are not typically used with the adverb "Unfortunately."
Is Unfortunately a negative or positive word?
"Unfortunately" is generally considered a negative word as it conveys regret or undesired situations.
Is Unfortunately a vowel or consonant?
"Unfortunately" is a word, not a letter. Thus, it cannot be classified as a vowel or consonant.
Is Unfortunately a collective noun?
No, "Unfortunately" is an adverb and not a collective noun.
Is the word Unfortunately a Gerund?
No, "Unfortunately" is not a gerund.
How do we divide Unfortunately into syllables?
Unfortunately is divided as Un-for-tu-nate-ly.
What is the plural form of Unfortunately?
Adverbs, including "Unfortunately," do not have plural forms.
Is Unfortunately a noun or adjective?
Unfortunately is an adverb.
Is Unfortunately an abstract noun?
No, "Unfortunately" is not an abstract noun; it is an adverb.
Is the word Unfortunately imperative?
No, "Unfortunately" is not imperative. It's an adverb.
Is the word “Unfortunately” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
"Unfortunately" is neither a direct nor an indirect object; it's an adverb.
Which determiner is used with Unfortunately?
Determiners are typically not used with adverbs like "Unfortunately."
Is Unfortunately a countable noun?
"Unfortunately" is not a noun, so it isn't countable.
Is the Unfortunately term a metaphor?
No, "Unfortunately" is not a metaphor; it's an adverb.
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