Translation of Romanian word "dor" to English
dor
/dor/
Meaning
NounA strong feeling of longing or nostalgia for someone or something.
How to use
Neuter noun expressing longing or missing someone. A culturally significant, untranslatable Romanian concept.
🇬🇧 English
longing
Example
Am cumpărat un dor nou ieri.
I bought a new longing yesterday.
Simt un dor profund după bunicii mei.
I miss my grandparents deeply.
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- dor important— important dor
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Frequency rank: #1256 in Romanian
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Romanian word "dor" mean?▼
The Romanian word "dor" means "longing" in English.
How do you pronounce the Romanian word "dor"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Mi-e dor de casa părintească." (which translates as "I miss my parents' house.").
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