triste

[ treest ]

adjective

, French.

1. sad; sorrowful; melancholy.

triste

/ ˈtrɪstfʊl; triːst /

adjective

1. archaic words for sad

Derived Forms

• ˈtristfully, adverb
• ˈtristfulness, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of triste¹

from French

Example Sentences

As a date, we’d go to Café Triste in Chinatown and have a nice glass of wine and hang outside.

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Ambiance is key and Café Triste is kind of sexy and has a nice energy.

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Prior to the the release of her debut album, 2023’s “Cumbialicious,” Estevie turned heads with singles “Triste Verano,” “el paso” and “Canela.”

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As a date, we’d go to Café Triste in Chinatown and have a nice glass of wine and hang outside.

From Los Angeles Times

Ambiance is key and Café Triste is kind of sexy and has a nice energy.

From Los Angeles Times