1 : sympathy with another in sorrow. 2 : an expression of sympathy —usually plural The bereaved family received many condolences. Choose the Right Synonym Condolence and Condolences Example Sentences Learn More About condolence.
Does condolences always mean death?
'Condolences' doesn't have to refer to sorrow about death; merely sorrow about any grief someone is suffering. There's no implication of death, and certainly not if the context makes the reason for the condolences clear.
What do you say in condolence?
Condolences
- “We are so sorry for your loss.”
- “I'm going to miss her, too.”
- “I hope you feel surrounded by much love.”
- “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Juan.”
- “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dan.”
- “Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. ...
- “With deepest sympathy as you remember Robert.”
