お気の毒に
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Base expression form. Used to convey sympathy or condolences in a polite manner.
Theme

At a local café, User meets their friend Yumi, who shares some bad news about her pet cat falling ill.

お気の毒に

おきのどくに

I'm sorry to hear that…

Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions

Memory Hook

Imagine saying 'Oh, key no doku' (お気の毒に o-ki-no-doku-ni) to express sympathy, like offering a key to unlock comfort for someone's sorrow. 'Key no doku' → お気の毒に (o-ki-no-doku-ni, 'I'm sorry to hear that…').

Cultural Note

『お気の毒に』 (o-ki-no-doku-ni, 'I'm sorry to hear that…') is a polite and formal expression of sympathy used in Japanese society, often in response to bad news or misfortune, showing empathy and respect.

Forms

Base: お気の毒にBase expression form. Used to convey sympathy or condolences in a polite manner.