Portuguese · Body & Health
Dor
[/doʁ/]
Pain
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A physical or emotional feeling of discomfort or suffering.
Sensação física ou emocional de desconforto ou sofrimento.
Example
Sinto uma dor forte nas costas.
I feel a strong pain in my back.
Etymology
'Dor' traces its origins to the Latin 'dolor'. The word has evolved within Portuguese, maintaining a close association with the concept of physical and emotional suffering.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dor' is commonly used in both spoken and written Portuguese, recognized across all registers and contexts, from casual conversations to formal medical discussions.
Literary Heritage
It frequently appears in literature and songs to describe emotional and physical states, like in lyric poetry.