What a pity!



What a pity!

 and What a shame!
Fig. an expression of consolation meaning That's too bad. (Can also be used sarcastically.) Bill: I'm sorry to tell you that the cat died today. Mary: What a pity! Mary: The cake is ruined! Sally: What a shame!

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
BrendaBREN-dəEnglish
Wincentyveen-TSEN-tiPolish
Varinia-Ancient Roman, Spanish
Aran (2)-Biblical, Biblical Hebrew
Ignatia-Late Roman
ErskineUR-skienScottish, Irish, English (Rare)