What is the Spanish word for "pain"?

Learn how to say "pain" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

pain

Spanish

dolor

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Examples of how to use "pain" in Spanish

English
I have a sharp pain in my shoulder.
Spanish
Tengo un dolor agudo en el hombro.
English
The pain faded after a short rest.
Spanish
El dolor desapareció después de un breve descanso.
English
She spoke about her pain honestly.
Spanish
Ella habló honestamente sobre su dolor.
English
Cold packs eased the pain quickly.
Spanish
Las compresas frías aliviaron el dolor rápidamente.
English
He hid his pain behind a smile.
Spanish
Él escondió su dolor detrás de una sonrisa.

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