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Pena

Noun

Definition: A feeling of intense sadness or grief; the pain or sorrow caused by loss, tragedy, or disappointment.

Examples:

• She couldn't contain her pena when she heard the news of her best friend's passing.
• The entire nation mourned with a deep pena after the devastating earthquake.

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Noun

Definition: In Spanish and Portuguese culture, a pena is a community or social club that promotes and preserves their traditions and customs.

Examples:

• He is an active member of a pena where he performs traditional Spanish guitar music.
• The pena organizes annual festivals to showcase their traditional dances and costumes.

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Noun

Definition: In the legal system of Portugal and Brazil, a pena refers to a term of imprisonment or penalty imposed as punishment for a crime.

Examples:

• The convict was sentenced to a pena of 10 years for his involvement in the robbery.
• Depending on the severity of the crime, the pena can range from a few months to life imprisonment.

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Verb

Definition: To pena someone means to embarrass or shame them, often by exposing their flaws or mistakes.

Examples:

• She decided not to pena her friend in front of everyone by mentioning her recent failures.
• The politician was penaed during the debate when his past scandals were brought up.

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