Translation of Romanian word "păcat" to English
păcat
/pəkat/
Meaning
AdjectiveAn uncomfortable or painful feeling due to recognition or consciousness of one's own impropriety or dishonor, or something being exposed that should have been kept private.
How to use
Often used in religious contexts, but also metaphorically for a shame/pity ('E păcat' = It's a pity).
🇬🇧 English
shame
Example
Călătoria a fost într-adevăr păcat.
The journey was truly shame.
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- e păcat— it's a pity
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Frequency rank: #1374 in Romanian
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What does the Romanian word "păcat" mean?▼
The Romanian word "păcat" means "shame" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Să discutăm despre cuvântul rușine." (which translates as "The journey was truly shame.").
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