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Misfortune

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Meanings of Misfortune

Noun

  • Bad luck
  • An undesirable event such as an accident

Explanation of the word: Misfortune

Misfortune means something bad that happens to you, like losing your toy or getting a cold.

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Translations for the word: Misfortune

hindi
दुर्भाग्य (Durbhagya)

durbhagya

बुरा समय (Bura Samay)

bura samay

दुर्भाग्य (Durbhagya)

durbhagya

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Misfortune

What does 'misfortune' mean?
Misfortune means having bad luck or experiencing something unfortunate.
How do you pronounce 'misfortune'?
You pronounce 'misfortune' like this: mis-FOR-tune.
What is the origin of the word 'misfortune'?
The word 'misfortune' comes from the prefix 'mis-' meaning bad, and 'fortune' which means luck.
What is the meaning of 'misfortune' in Bengali?
The word 'misfortune' in Bengali is 'দুর্ভাগ্য' (Durbhāgya).