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What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.
Saint Augustine

Meaning of "sorrows" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SORROWS

sorrows  [ˈsɒrəʊz] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SORROWS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Sorrows is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SORROWS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

The Sorrows

The Sorrows are a freakbeat band formed in 1963 in Coventry, Warwickshire, England by Pip Whitcher.

Definition of sorrows in the English dictionary

The definition of sorrows in the dictionary is a particular cause or source of regret, grief, etc.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SORROWS


Ambrose
ˈæmbrəʊz
arose
əˈrəʊz
arrows
ˈærəʊz
brose
brəʊz
bureaux
ˈbjʊərəʊz
Burroughs
ˈbʌrəʊz
Comoros
ˈkɒməˌrəʊz
dextrose
ˈdɛkstrəʊz
Faroes
ˈfɛərəʊz
froze
frəʊz
Montrose
mɒnˈtrəʊz
narrows
ˈnærəʊz
Penrose
ˈpɛnrəʊz
primrose
ˈprɪmˌrəʊz
pros
prəʊz
prose
prəʊz
rose
rəʊz
sucrose
ˈsjuːkrəʊz
tea-rose
ˈtiːˌrəʊz
throes
θrəʊz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SORROWS

sorrel
sorrel tree
Sorrento
sorrier
sorriest
sorrily
sorriness
sorrow
sorrower
sorrowful
sorrowfully
sorrowfulness
sorrowing
sorrowless
sorry
sorryish
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WORDS THAT END LIKE SORROWS

All Hallows
Allhallows
bellows
come to blows
don´t knows
French windows
gallows
how the wind blows
marriage vows
pair of bellows
Rainbows
shallows
stone the crows
take vows
the gallows
to take vows
vows
wedding vows
windows
yellows

Synonyms and antonyms of sorrows in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «SORROWS»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «sorrows» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of sorrows

Translation of «sorrows» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SORROWS

Find out the translation of sorrows to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of sorrows from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «sorrows» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

悲伤
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

penas
570 millions of speakers

English

sorrows
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

दु: ख
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الأحزان
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

печали
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

tristezas
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

কষ্ট
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

douleurs
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kesedihan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Sorgen
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

悲しみ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

슬픔
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Sorrows
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

nỗi buồn
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

துக்கங்களைச்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

दु: ख
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kederi
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

dolori
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

smutki
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

печалі
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

durerile
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

λύπες
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

smarte
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

sorger
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

sorger
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of sorrows

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SORROWS»

The term «sorrows» is quite widely used and occupies the 32.486 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SORROWS» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about sorrows

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10 QUOTES WITH «SORROWS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word sorrows.
1
Joseph Addison
Man is subject to innumerable pains and sorrows by the very condition of humanity, and yet, as if nature had not sown evils enough in life, we are continually adding grief to grief and aggravating the common calamity by our cruel treatment of one another.
2
Saint Augustine
What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.
3
Peter S. Beagle
Great heroes need great sorrows and burdens, or half their greatness goes unnoticed.
4
A. C. Benson
The worst sorrows in life are not in its losses and misfortunes, but its fears.
5
Anne Bronte
Keep both heart and hand in your own possession, till you see good reason to part with them; and if such an occasion should never present itself, comfort your mind with this reflection: that, though in single life your joys may not be very many, your sorrows, at least, will not be more than you can bear.
6
Emily Bronte
Proud people breed sad sorrows for themselves.
7
Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton
We tell our triumphs to the crowds, but our own hearts are the sole confidants of our sorrows.
8
Joseph Campbell
Participate joyfully in the sorrows of the world. We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.
9
Lydia M. Child
The cure for all the ills and wrongs, the cares, the sorrows, and the crimes of humanity, all lie in the one word 'love'. It is the divine vitality that everywhere produces and restores life.
10
Frederic Chopin
Oh, how miserable it is to have no one to share your sorrows and joys, and, when your heart is heavy, to have no soul to whom you can pour out your woes.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SORROWS»

Discover the use of sorrows in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to sorrows and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Book of Sorrows
Following a conflict with the dreaded Wyrm, the barnyard animals try to piece together their shattered lives while unaware that their enemy plans new attacks.
Walter Wangerin, Jr., 1996
2
The Book of Counted Sorrows
This book, quoted in so many of Dean's books, didn't really exist until now. When asked about its origin in the past, Dean said, "Actually, there is no such book. I made it up.
Dean Ray Koontz, 2008
3
The Sorrows of Empire: Militarism, Secrecy, and the End of ...
The Sorrows of Empire suggests that the former American republic has already crossed its Rubicon—with the Pentagon leading the way.
Chalmers Johnson, 2007
4
Don't Waste Your Sorrows: Finding God's Purpose in the Midst ...
Paul Billheimer, a well loved writer and pastor, brings the promise of an amazing depth of spiritual growth for those who endure and trust God during life's difficulties. Struggling Through a Difficult Time?
Paul E. Billheimer, 2012
5
The Sorrows of Young Werther
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. on their knees by the bedside, and kissed his hands and face. The eldest, who was his favourite, hung over him till he expired; and even then he was removed by force. At twelve o'clock Werther breathed his last.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, 2013
6
Bridge Across My Sorrows: The Christina Noble Story
Outspoken, often angry, yet profoundly moving, Bridge Across my Sorrows is one of the most inspirational stories ever told.
Christina Noble, 2013
7
Early Sorrows: For Children and Sensitive Readers
A stunning group of linked stories that memorialize Kis's early years in a Yugoslavian village.
Danilo Kiš, 1998
8
The Sorrows of Young Werther and Selected Writings
With an Introduction by Marcelle Clements and a New Afterword
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Marcelle Clements, 2013
9
The Sorrows of the Ancient Romans: The Gladiator and the Monster
A study of the collective psychology of the ancient Romans argues that their emotional life was filled with extremes of despair, envy and fascination.
Carlin A. Barton, 1996
10
Chronicle of the Seven Sorrows
Chronicle of the Seven Sorrows traces the rise and fall of Pipi Soleil, ?king of the wheelbarrow? at the vegetable market of Fort-de-France, in a tale as lively and magical as the marketplace itself.
Patrick Chamoiseau, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SORROWS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term sorrows is used in the context of the following news items.
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Our Lady of Sorrows in Homewood selling barbecue during Fourth …
In addition to hosting their annual “Trash and Treasure” rummage sale this weekend, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Homewood is also selling three ... «FOX6 WBRC - MyFoxAL.com, Jul 15»
2
Archdiocese plans to close Our Mother of Sorrows in Bridgeport
The announcement Sunday concerns Our Mother of Sorrows in Bridgeport, Incarnation of Our Lord in Philadelphia's Olney section, and Holy Saviour in Linwood ... «The Times Herald, Jun 15»
3
After break-in, St. Ignatius School community rallies to replace losses
Thursday was the last day of school for the youngest students at Our Mother of Sorrows St. Ignatius School in West Philadelphia, and administrators were ... «Philly.com, Jun 15»
4
Recap: Reported stabbing at Our Lady of Sorrows bar and function …
Police sealed off a Walton function room after reports a man was stabbed this afternoon. Officers descended on Our Lady of Sorrows bar and function suite, ... «Liverpool Echo, Jun 15»
5
Drowning sorrows after break-up led man to drink-driving ban
A drink-driver has further cause to be sorry, in the form of a road ban, after getting behind the wheel and crashing into a tree following a drinking session to ... «Sunderland Echo, May 15»
6
Why Does Time Go Faster As We Get Older? The Dictionary Of …
If you want to romanticize relativity and time, then this video is for you. From The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows comes “Zenosyne: The Sense That Time Keeps ... «Bustle, Apr 15»
7
'Little Washer Of Sorrows' Morphs The Mundane Into The Fantastic
The Little Washer of Sorrows is not what it seems. At first glance, the debut collection of short stories by Canadian author Katherine Fawcett offers funny, ... «NPR, Mar 15»
8
Review: 'The Witch of Painted Sorrows' Is Haunting Tale
"The Witch of Painted Sorrows" (Atria Books), by M.J. Rose. M.J. Rose writes compelling tales with a gothic flair, and her latest novel, "The Witch of Painted ... «New York Times, Mar 15»
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Fire Damages Queens Church Just Before Sunday Mass
The FDNY was called to the two-alarm blaze around 5:45 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church on 37th Avenue in Corona. The fierce flames woke up ... «CBS Local, Jan 15»
10
'All My Puny Sorrows,' by Miriam Toews
For the most part, I agree with Messud, yet as I devoured Miriam Toews's latest novel, “All My Puny Sorrows,” I thought that I'd very much like to befriend the main ... «New York Times, Nov 14»

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