JLPT N3 Intermediate
生憎
「あいにく」
Unfortunately; unluckily; used to politely express regret over bad timing or circumstances.
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Adverb, Noun, Na-adjective
"Unfortunately" / "Sorry, but..."
A polite adverb used to soften the refusal of a request or to indicate that current circumstances prevent meeting expectations.
Example
あいにく 、 その 日 は 予定 が あり ます 。
Unfortunately, I have plans on that day.
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