# lament, lamentation

## Definition

The terms "lament" and "lamentation" refer to a strong expression of mourning, sorrow, or grief.

* Sometimes this includes deep regret for sin, or compassion for people who have experienced disaster.


## Translation Suggestions



* The term "to lament" could be translated as, "to deeply mourn" or "to wail in grief" or "to be sorrowful."
* A "lamentation"