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How to Say "woe" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “woe” is “alas” — C1 level.

English → SpanishC1
interjectionC1formal
dramatic expression
A small, simplified figure sitting alone on a wooden bench with their head bowed down and shoulders slumped, illustrating deep disappointment.

Examples

¡Alas! Hemos perdido la oportunidad de nuestra vida.

Alas! We have lost the opportunity of a lifetime.

El rey suspiró, diciendo: '¡Alas! Mi reino está en ruinas.'

The king sighed, saying, 'Woe! My kingdom is in ruins.'

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