Соболезнуем по-английски

Смерть близкого человека - самое суровое испытание, которое преподносит нам жизнь. Как поддержать наших друзей и близких в этой ситуации? Учимся выражать соболезнования по-английски.

Конечно, самый лучший вариант - ваше личное присутствие и поддержка на похоронах. Скажите близким, что соболезнуете их утрате и готовы помочь:

Please accept my condolences, just know that I am here for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out, especially during this difficult time.
It’s terrible to hear about your loss and I express my sincere sympathy to you and your family.
I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. My condolences.
May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss.

Однако часто обстоятельства сильнее нас, и у нас просто нет возможности прийти на похороны. Хорошим тоном будет написать письмо с выражением ваших соболезнований.

В начале письма следует выразить ваши соболезнования:

I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of Mary. I know how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mary's death.
You may not be familiar with me, but I knew Mary quite well. I am extremely sorry to hear about her death and I wrote it to extend my condolences to you and your family during this difficult period of time.

Затем перечислите положительные качества умершего, ваши воспоминания о нем:

Mary was such a kind, gentle soul. She would do anything to help someone in need.
I only know that I am going to miss her like crazy and I will never forget the warmth and the comfort along with so many beautiful memories I shared with Mary.
Mary was extremely affectionate and a great personality. She was always around to help us with anything we needed and was great to know in this lifetime.

Далее уместно выразить ваше соболезнование повторно. Предложить обращаться к вам за помощью и поддержкой при необходимости:

Please accept my deepest condolences and my sympathies to you and your family during this difficult period of grief and shock. I would just like you to know that you can contact me for any assistance, and I will support you in any way I can.
Please do let me know if I can help or support your family in anyway. I will be honored to help.
I wish you and your family much strength to overcome this very great loss.

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