penal in French
penal in French is pénal — penal means relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.
penal in French
pénal
Of or relating to punishment.
What does "penal" mean?
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adj Relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.
"He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes."
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penal in a sentence
- He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes.
- The country reformed its penal code to reduce harsh sentences.
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What is "penal" in French?
"penal" in French is pénal. penal means: Relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.
How do you use "penal" in a sentence?
Example: "He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes." In French, "penal" is pénal.
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