How do you say "A little sad" in French?

"A little sad" in French is "Un peu triste". This phrase is commonly used in France.

What does "Un peu triste" mean in English?

"Un peu triste" means "A little sad" in English.

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How to Say ‘A little sad’ in French

Un peu triste

uhn puh treest

[uhn puh treest]

Phrase Breakdown

Un peu

uhn puh

A little; a bit

An expression of small quantity or slight degree.

Example

Je suis un peu fatigué.

I am a bit tired.

Words in this phrase

[uhn]

a, an; one

Masculine singular indefinite article; here part of 'un peu.'

Example

Il est un peu inquiet.

He is a little worried.

peu

[puh]

little; a bit

Used with 'un' to express a small degree.

Example

Je me sens un peu triste aujourd'hui.

I feel a little sad today.

triste

[treest]

sad

Adjective describing an emotional state of sadness.

Example

Après la nouvelle, il est triste.

After the news, he is sad.

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