How is the word contrit translated from French to English

English translation
rueful
adjective

Qui exprime un regret discret.

Showing regret in a gentle way.

Examples with “contrit”

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  • Il a esquissé un sourire contrit. — He gave a rueful smile.

  • Sa voix est devenue contrite quand elle a évoqué les photos perdues. — Her voice turned rueful when she mentioned the lost photos.

  • As-tu remarqué cet air contrit sur son visage ? — Did you notice that rueful look on her face?

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