Condolence

Pronunciation: /kənˈdoʊləns/

Definitions of condolence

noun sympathy or expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of someone's death

Example Sentences

A1 I sent a condolence card to my friend who lost her pet.

A2 He offered his condolences to the family of the deceased.

B1 The company sent a condolence letter to the employee's family after his sudden passing.

B2 She expressed her deepest condolences to the grieving widow.

C1 The president issued a formal statement of condolence following the tragic event.

C2 His heartfelt condolence message brought comfort to the bereaved family during their time of sorrow.

Examples of condolence in a Sentence

formal I would like to express my deepest condolence for your loss.

informal I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

slang Sending you love and hugs during this tough time. My heart goes out to you.

figurative May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this time of condolence.

Grammatical Forms of condolence

• past tense: condoled
• plural: condolences
• comparative: more condolent
• superlative: most condolent
• present tense: condole
• future tense: will condole
• perfect tense: have condoled
• continuous tense: is condoling
• singular: condolence
• positive degree: condolent
• infinitive: to condole
• gerund: condoling
• participle: condoled

Origin and Evolution of condolence

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'condolence' originated from the Latin word 'condolere', which means to suffer with or to grieve together.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of expressing sympathy or sorrow for someone's loss, the word 'condolence' has evolved to encompass a broader range of expressions of empathy and support in times of grief or hardship.