alas

Meanings

• interjection

  an interjection expressing sadness, regret, or disappointment

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Pronunciation

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2. /əˈlæs/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

alack

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with alas
as , ras , glaze , maze

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Variants

List of all variants of alas that leads to same result
alas , Alas , ala , alae , alar , alary

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Etymology

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Originally an interjection of pity or compassion, from Old English ēalas, ēalah, or akin to Old Norse ōll at any rate, all, entire, entirety, from ōllr all, whole. Thus alas! is an expression of lamentation for one's own misfortune, or of compassion for another's.

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Trivia

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1. Alas is often used in poetry and literature to convey a sense of sadness or regret.

2. The word alas comes from Old English and means 'all, entire, entirety'.

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Related Concepts

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1. lament: An expression of grief or sorrow, often through singing or speaking. Alas is a type of lament.

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Culture

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Alas has been used extensively in literature to express sorrow, regret, and disappointment. For instance, in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Romeo says, 'Alas, 'tis too late, they'll come no more.' In music, the term 'alas' is used in various genres, including folk and classical music, to convey a sense of sadness or longing.

How to Memorize "alas"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sad or sorrowful scene, such as a person crying or holding a loved one who has passed away. This can help you associate the word alas with feelings of sadness and regret.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word alas with the sound of someone sighing or expressing sadness. This can help you remember the meaning of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device, such as 'All Aboard Sad Ships,' to help remember the meaning of alas as an expression of sadness or regret.

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