ADVERB

leider/ˈlaɪ̯dɐ/unfortunately; regrettably

leider is a German adverb that means unfortunately or regrettably. It is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯dɐ/.

Definitions

1.used to express that something is regrettable or unfortunate(expressing regret)

a.sadly; unfortunately; to one's regret

Leider habe ich heute keine Zeit.Unfortunately, I don't have time today.

b.polite negative response or disappointment

Das geht leider nicht.That is unfortunately not possible.

Frequently asked questions

What does "leider" mean in English?
"leider" means unfortunately or regrettably. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "leider"?
"leider" is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯dɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "leider"?
"leider" is a adverb in German.

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