Spanish phrase
Lo lamento.
Meaning
I'm sorry to hear that.
When to use it
Expresses regret about an unfortunate event. Used to offer calm sympathy for bad news or setbacks without assigning blame, suitable in polite conversation.
Example dialogue
No aprobaron nuestra propuesta.
They didn't approve our proposal.
Lo lamento, sé que pusiste mucho empeño en ello.
I'm sorry to hear that, I know you put a lot of effort into it.