A German phrase meaning "
what a shame" and the equivilent of the French "quel dommage". When used, it is in a sarcastic tone to show sympathy which is not there. It can be accompanied by a raised eyebrow, and is best put to use after a
particularly long and boring story that someone has just told. It helps if they
don't know what you're talking about.
NB: pronounced 'vee shaadeh.'