suferință
suffering
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/su.feˈrin.t͡sə/
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Cultural Note
Suferință is deeply embedded in Romanian cultural identity, influenced by centuries of hardship. Romanian literature and music (especially doina) often elevate suffering as ennobling. The phrase "suferință sufletească" (soul suffering) distinguishes emotional from physical pain.
📝 Example Sentences
Suferința ne face mai puternici.
Suffering makes us stronger.
A trecut prin multă suferință.
She went through a lot of suffering.
Suferința fizică și cea sufletească sunt legate.
Physical and emotional suffering are connected.