i-adjective
pitiful; pathetic; painful to look at
Describes a sight that evokes pity or secondhand pain, often because someone looks hurt, embarrassed, or in a sorry state. Commonly used for visible injuries, awkward situations, or shabby appearances.
彼の包帯だらけの姿が痛々しかった。
His bandaged appearance was pitiful.
転んで
The scraped knee from the fall looks painful.