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