pain
Translation
pain, ache, suffering, nuisance
Examples
I have a sharp pain in my chest.
I have a sharp pain in my chest.
The memory still causes him great pain.
The memory still causes him great pain.
He is a real pain in the neck.
He is a real pain in the neck.
Grammar Patterns
a pain in ((somewhere)) a pain in the back
to be in pain to be in a lot of pain
to cause ((sb.)) pain The bright light caused him pain.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ache, suffering, discomfort; Antonyms: pleasure, comfort, relief
Etymology
From Latin 'poena' meaning 'punishment, penalty'. The sense evolved from punishment to the suffering it causes.
Memory Tips
Think of the phrase 'no pain, no gain' to remember that pain is a necessary part of effort and growth.