How to Say "i regretted" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “i regretted” is “sentí” — B1 level.
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verbB1
Expressing remorse or sorrow
Examples
Sentí no haber ido a visitarte antes.
I regretted not having gone to visit you sooner.
En ese momento, sentí de verdad su pérdida.
At that moment, I truly felt sorry for their loss.
Regret followed by an action
When 'sentí' means 'I regretted,' it is often followed by 'no' and a verb in the past participle form (e.g., 'no haber ido').
Using 'Sentí' Instead of 'Lo Siento'
Mistake: “Sentí la demora. (Literally: I felt the delay—sounds slightly formal or literal)”
Correction: Lo siento por la demora. (Use the common phrase 'Lo siento' (I am sorry) for apologies.)
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