Expressing Sadness

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Structures Used to Express Sadness
The examples used in this section are in the present continuous tense to express feeling sad at the moment of speaking. You can also use these expressions in different tenses.
Informal - for friends and family
S + be + feeling down about something
I'm feeling down about work lately.
She's feeling down about her grades.
S + be + upset about something
I'm upset about my friends.
Tom's upset about his boss. He's too hard on him!
S + be + sad about something
I'm sad about the situation at work.
Jennifer's sad about her mother.
More Formal - for Colleagues or Work
S + be + out of sorts
I'm sorry. I'm out of sorts today. I'll be better tomorrow.
Peter is out of sorts today. Ask him tomorrow.

S + do not + feel well
Doug doesn't feel well today.
The staff doesn't feel well about the changes at work.
Idioms Used to Express Sadness
S + be + feeling blue about something
Jack is feeling blue about his relationship with his girlfriend.
Our teaching said he was feeling blue about life last night.
S + be + in the dumps about something
We're in the dumps about our financial situation.
Kelly is in the dumps about her horrible job.
S + feel + down in the mouth about something
Keith feels down in the mouth about his relationship.
Jennifer is down in the mouth this month. I don't know what's the matter.
How to Respond to Someone Who is Sad
When someone tells you they are sad, it's important to express your concern. Here are some common phrases to show you care.


Informal
Bummer
I feel you.
Tough luck.
I can't believe that. That's horrible / disgusting / not fair
More Formal
I'm sorry to hear that.
That's too bad.
What can I do to help?
Is there anything I can do for you?
Would you like to talk about it?
If you see that someone is sad, but that person is not telling you, you can use the following phrases to get the person to open up about their feelings. Make sure to ask lots of helpful questions when helping a friend or a colleague who is feeling sad.
What's the matter?
You seem sad. Tell me all about it.
Why the long face?

Example Situations
Example 1 - At Work
Colleague 1: Hi Bob. I'm feeling out of sorts today.
Colleague 2: I'm sorry to hear that. What seems to be the problem?
Colleague 1: Well, I'm really upset about the changes at work.
Colleague 2: I know it's been difficult for everyone.
Colleague 1: I just don't understand why they had to change our team!
Colleague 2: Sometimes management does things we don't understand.
Colleague 1: It make no sense! I just don't feel well.
Colleague 2: Maybe you need some time off work.
Colleague 1: Yes, maybe that's it.
Colleague 2: Is there anything I can do to help?
Colleague 1: No, just talking about it makes things better.
Colleague 2: Feel free to talk anytime.
Colleague 1: Thanks. I appreciate it.
Colleague 2: No problem.
Example 2 - Between Friends

Sue: Anna, what's the matter?
Anna: Nothing. I'm fine.
Sue: You seem sad. Tell me all about it.
Anna: OK, I'm in the dumps about Tom.
Sue: Bummer. What seems to be the problem>
Anna: I don't think he loves me anymore.
Sue: Really! Are you sure about that?
Anna: Yes, I saw him yesterday with Mary. They were laughing and having a great time.
Sue: Well, maybe they were just studying together. It doesn't mean he's leaving you.
Anna: That's what I keep telling myself. Still, I'm feeling blue.
Sue: Is there anything I can do?
Anna: Yes, let's go shopping!
Sue: Now you are talking. A nice new pair shoes would help you feel much better.
Anna: Yes, maybe that's what I really need. Not a boyfriend, but some beautiful new shoes.



Dialogue! FOR STUDENT
Mando                       : Hi, Lahu. What’s wrong with you?
Lahu                          : My wallet was lost this morning at college. I can’t find it.
Mando                       : I’m sorry to hear that.
Lahu                          : I have lost all my money and credit card.
Mando                       : Have you report it to the security?
Lahu                           : I have. And he said I should wait for it.
Mando                       : I hope they can find your wallet.
Lahu                           : Hopefully


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