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The child felt unhappy after losing the game.
What does Unhappy mean?
Unhappy means not happy.
Dictionary definition
Unhappy means sad, not pleased, or not satisfied.
Example sentences
Unhappy in a sentence
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The group was unhappy with the rushed plan because it felt unfair.
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A character can be unhappy without saying it directly if their actions show disappointment or sadness.
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Practice 1
What does unhappy mean?
Unhappy describes a sad, displeased, or unsatisfied feeling.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to unhappy?
Sad is close in meaning when unhappy describes feelings.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for unhappy?
Happy is the direct contrast because unhappy means not happy.
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Unhappy
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un · hap · ee · strongest beat: hap
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WordUnhappy.
Partadjective.
MeaningUnhappy means not happy.
ExampleExample: The child felt unhappy after losing the game.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · hap · ee
- Strongest beat
- hap
- Ending
- ee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on hap.
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Word family
Unhappy word family
Base word
happy
adjective
unhappy
Not happy or not satisfied.
adverb
unhappily
In an unhappy way.
noun
unhappiness
The feeling or state of being unhappy.
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Hint for students
Unhappy can mean sad, but it can also mean not pleased with a choice, plan, result, or situation.
Common mix-up
Do not use unhappy only for crying or strong sadness. Someone can be unhappy because something feels unfair, disappointing, or not right.
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Write one sentence that shows unhappy without using the word unhappy. Then underline the clue words that show sadness, disappointment, or not being pleased. Example: Maya looked down when her project was skipped and said she wished it had been included. Clue words: looked down, skipped, wished it had been included Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show someone feeling sad or not pleased?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The group was unhappy with the rushed plan because it felt unfair." Why does unhappy fit better than satisfied?
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