1. full of sorrow, sadness, or regret; mournful
She had a woeful expression on her face.
Ela tinha uma expressão lamentável no rosto.
2. causing or characterized by regret, sadness, or pity; deplorable
The woeful state of the abandoned building was heartbreaking.
O estado lamentável do edifício abandonado era deprimente.
3. of poor quality; inadequate or disappointing
The team's woeful performance led to their elimination from the tournament.
O desempenho lamentável do time os levou à eliminação do torneio.