what a pity
what a pity
That is really unfortunate; that's too bad. Can be used sarcastically. A: "Tom and I broke up yesterday." B: "Aw, what a pity! You two were such a cute couple!" A: "I'm sorry, but I have decided not to accept your offer." B: "What a pity. We really thought you were the perfect person for the role." I guess he decided to delete his account from the forum. What a pity—I'm sure we'll all miss his inane observations.
See also: pity, what
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
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!
See also: what
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- (Is) that everything?
- this just in
- (one) will be lucky
- (one) would be lucky
- (I) would if I could
- Who would have thought it?
- (one) should be so lucky
- (well,) I never!
- couldn't happen to a nicer (person)
- a bright spark