i-adjective
unfortunate; unhappy; ill-fated
Describes a person or life that seems to lack good fortune or happiness. Often used in a somewhat literary or dramatic tone. Compare with 薄幸 (はっこう), which is a noun meaning 'misfortune' or 'unhappiness'.
See also: 薄幸
彼女は幸薄い人生を送ってきた。
She has led an unfortunate life.
あの人はいつも幸薄そう
That person always has an unhappy look on their face.