Lonely - English Vocabulary for Kids

lonely

/ˈloʊnli/

adjective

Feeling sad because you are alone

“The new student felt lonely at first.”

בודד

Lonely is a adjective in the feelings & emotions category. It is a advanced (ages 11-12) word, meaning "Feeling sad because you are alone" In Hebrew, lonely translates to בודד.

Example Sentences

She felt lonely on her first day at the new school.
Having a pet can help you feel less lonely.
He was lonely over the holidays because his friends were all away.

Did You Know? Feeling lonely is not about being alone — some people feel lonely even in a crowd. Your brain reacts to loneliness the same way it reacts to physical pain, which is why it hurts so much. Studies show that people with strong friendships live longer and healthier lives, so making friends is actually good for your health!