lacrimă
tear
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈla.kri.mə/
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Cultural Note
Romanian culture does not stigmatize crying as much as some Western cultures. 'Lacrimi de bucurie' (tears of joy) are celebrated, especially at weddings. The verb 'a lăcrima' (to tear up) describes the involuntary welling of tears from emotion.
📝 Example Sentences
O lacrimă i-a curs pe obraz.
A tear rolled down her cheek.
Lacrimile de bucurie sunt cele mai frumoase.
Tears of joy are the most beautiful.
Nu-ți ascunde lacrimile.
Don't hide your tears.