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unfortunately

The correct spelling is unfortunately.

How to pronounce unfortunately

/ʌnˈfɔːtjʊnətli/
adverb

IPA: /ʌnˈfɔːtjʊnətli/

Say it like: Unf-ort-una-tel-ee

The correct spelling is unfortunately. Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.

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Definition

adverb

  1. 1.Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
  2. 2.Used (as a parenthetical word) to express disappointment, compassion, sorrow, regret or grief.

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