na-adjective, noun
deeply moving and sorrowful; pathetic; plaintive
Describes something that evokes deep pity or sadness, often with a refined or literary tone. Used for stories, music, expressions, or scenes that are sorrowfully touching.
彼女の哀切な歌声に、聴衆は涙を流した。
The audience was moved to tears by her plaintive singing voice.
その映画は、戦争の哀切な現実を描いている。
The film portrays the pathetic reality of war.