ongelukkig

This is the 383rd most frequent Afrikaans word.

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ongelukkig

Unhappy.


Here, 'ongelukkig' is used to express personal disappointment or unhappiness.

Ek is ongelukkig vandag omdat dit reën.

I am unhappy today because it's raining.


In this case, 'ongelukkig' introduces a regrettable situation or occurrence.

Ongelukkig het ek my sleutels by die huis vergeet.

Unfortunately, I left my keys at home.


Here, 'ongelukkig' is used in a reflective manner expressing displeasure about one's own choices.

Hy het soms ongelukkig oor sy besluite gevoel.

He sometimes felt unhappy about his decisions.