English–Spanish
“regret” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/arepenˈtiɾ/
Example
Me voy a arrepentir si no voy.
I'm going to regret it if I don't go.
How to say “regret” in Spanish
“Regret” in Spanish is arrepentir.
Person holding head in hands remembering a past decision.
Example sentences with arrepentir
Podrías arrepentirte de no intentarlo.
You might regret not trying.
Tips for using arrepentir
- The verb commonly appears reflexive as arrepentirse and usually takes de before the thing regretted, and arrepentir often implies personal fault while lamentar expresses neutral sorrow.
Other Spanish words for “regret”
Siento arrepentimiento por lo que dije.
I feel regret for what I said.