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pathos

/ˈpeɪθɑs/

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1 · noun

a quality that causes pity or sadness

悲怆感

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The final scene has a quiet pathos that stays with viewers.
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最后一幕有一种安静的悲怆感，让观众久久难忘。
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Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪθɑs/

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