惜しい
N2おしい
[oshii]
Definitions
1.adjective (keiyoushi)
regrettable; disappointing; unfortunate
2.adjective (keiyoushi)
precious; dear; valuable
3.adjective (keiyoushi)
too good for; deserving better
4.adjective (keiyoushi)
almost (but not quite); close (but no cigar)
Example Sentences
あと一点で合格だったのに惜しい。
It is regrettable that I was one point short of passing.
あと一点で合格だったので本当に惜しかった。
It was truly disappointing since I was just one point short of passing.
まだチャンスはあるから惜しくないよ。
There are still chances left, so it's not something to regret.