Dolor (en. Pain)
/doˈloɾ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A sensation of physical or emotional suffering resulting from an injury or illness.
The headache can be debilitating.
El dolor de cabeza puede ser debilitante.
A feeling of sadness or grief.
The pain from the loss of a loved one is profound.
El dolor por la pérdida de un ser querido es profundo.
Discontent or suffering in a more abstract sense.
His pain over the injustice in the world was evident.
Su dolor por la injusticia en el mundo era evidente.
Etymology
The term 'dolor' comes from the Latin 'dolor', which means suffering, affliction.
Common Phrases and Expressions
headache
Physical discomfort localized in the head.
dolor de cabeza
stomachache
Discomfort or suffering in the abdominal region.
dolor de estómago
to feel pain
To experience a feeling of discomfort or suffering.
sentir dolor
emotional pain
Discomfort that affects psychological well-being.
dolor emocional
sharp pain
Intense feeling of suffering.
dolor agudo
Related Words
painful
Causing pain.
doloroso
to hurt
To feel pain.
doler
to pain
Specific reference to a type of pain.
a dolor
Slang Meanings
Intense pain that cannot be hidden.
This discomfort is a 'pain of a thousand demons.'
Este malestar es un 'dolor de mil demonios'.
Pain that travels through the body.
I feel like I'm suffering from 'bone pain.'
Me siento como si estuviera sufriendo un 'dolor de huesos'.