How to Say ‘Of grief.’ in French
De chagrin.
duh sha-graN
[duh sha-graN]
💬 Usage Tip: "Chagrin" conveys profound sadness or sorrow in French.
🇫🇷 In France: Depictions of emotional depth are common in French film and literature.
Phrase Breakdown
De
[duh]
of
Used to indicate possession or connection.
Il est mort de froid.
He died of cold.
chagrin
[sha-graN]
grief
Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.
Il a pleuré de chagrin.
He cried from grief.
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