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feminine

ˈpena

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Translation

pity, sorrow; penalty, sentence

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Word origin

From Latin poena ('punishment, penalty'), ultimately from Greek poine.

Origin
Latin
Root
poena
English cognates
pain, penalty

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralpene

Examples

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It makes me sad to see him so sad.

stabilito .

The judge set the sentence.

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It's not worth worrying about.

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This word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 12: Words 592-600.