pena

Meaning

A word or expression meaning "punishment".

Example

Serán parciales —solo se perdonará la pena de prisión que queda por cumplir, pero la inhabilitación para cargos públicos seguirá vigente— y reversibles.

I use the word "pena".

Practice tips

• Practice pena out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.

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