dor
pain; ache; grief
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈdoɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Dor' is feminine in Portuguese, which surprises many learners since it's a short, strong-sounding word. It refers to both physical and emotional pain. 'Dor de cotovelo' (elbow pain) is a Brazilian idiom meaning jealousy or heartbreak from seeing an ex with someone new. 'Dor de cabeça' (headache) is one of the first compound expressions learners encounter.
📝 Example Sentences
A dor de te perder é insuportável.
The pain of losing you is unbearable.
Sinto uma dor no peito quando penso nele.
I feel a pain in my chest when I think of him.
A dor passa com o tempo.
Pain passes with time.