Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pena
noun
/ˈpeɪ.nə/
Definition
Pena is a Portuguese word that translates to ‘feather’ in English, but it can also mean ‘pain’ or ‘sorrow’ in certain contexts.
Examples
- As suaves penas do passarinho voando no céu.
- Ela sentiu uma pena profunda ao perder seu melhor amigo.
Meaning
In a broader context, ‘pena’ conveys a sense of lightness (as in feather) or heaviness (as in pain).
Synonyms
- Pluma
- Folha
- Dor