Also means
sorrow
Usage Note
Regret is used both in heartfelt expressions of remorse and in polite formal refusals. Avec regret or à regret means 'reluctantly' or 'with regret'. The set phrase j'ai le regret de vous informer que... is a standard way to open a letter delivering bad news.
Examples
"Il exprime un profond regret."
Natural Translation
He expresses deep regret.
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