Condolence
Condolence
Condolence (/kənˈdoʊləns/) is an expression of sympathy, particularly in the case of the death of a loved one. The term is derived from the Latin word "condolere", which means "to suffer together".
Etymology
The term "condolence" comes from the Latin word "condolere", which is a combination of the words "con" (with) and "dolere" (to grieve or to suffer). Thus, it literally means "to suffer together". It was first used in the English language in the 17th century.
Related Terms
- Sympathy: A feeling of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune.
- Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
- Compassion: Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
- Mourning: The expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died, typically involving following certain conventions such as wearing black clothes.
- Grief: Intense sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.
Usage
Condolences are typically expressed in the form of a condolence message, which is a written or spoken communication of sympathy towards someone who is grieving. These messages are often included in sympathy cards or expressed verbally in person or over the phone.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Condolence
- Wikipedia's article - Condolence
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