Meaning

Primary

Regrettable

Alternative

Unsatisfactory

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

If you leave behind something and it makes you feel remorse it's a really regrettable situation. You should probably go back for whatever it was so you won't lead an unsatisfactory life.

Reading

いかん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

裁判は誠に遺憾な結果に終わりました。

The trial ended with an absolutely unsatisfactory result.

Kanji Composition