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misericordia

mercy, compassion

noun mee-zeh-ree-KOR-dyah Rare
Mind & Emotions Values

Origin: Latin misericordia (pity of heart)

Usage Note

Misericordia is used both in religious contexts (God's mercy) and as a heartfelt exclamation of dismay: misericordia! ('good heavens!' / 'have mercy!'). Senza misericordia ('mercilessly') is common. The fraternal order Misericordia is an ancient Italian volunteer first-aid organisation.

Examples

"Chiese misericordia per i suoi errori."

Natural Translation

He begged for mercy for his mistakes.

Literal Translation

He-asked mercy for the his mistakes.

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