Pena (en. Sorrow)

/ˈpe.na/

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it may refer to a ridiculous or awkward situation.
It was a shame what happened at the meeting; everyone went silent.
Fue una pena lo que pasó en la reunión; todos se quedaron callados.
Used to express that something is unfortunate.
It's a shame that the concert was canceled.
Es una pena que se cancelara el concierto.