English–Spanish
“painful” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/doloˈɾoso/
Example
Fue un proceso doloroso para todos.
It was a painful process for everyone.
How to say “painful” in Spanish
“Painful” in Spanish is doloroso.
An unbearable, aching sensation.
Example sentences with doloroso
Tuve un sentimiento doloroso al despedirme.
I had a painful feeling when I said goodbye.
Tips for using doloroso
- Often collocates with abstract events (for example 'proceso doloroso' or 'pérdida dolorosa'), whereas momentary bodily pain is usually described with 'me duele' or 'estar dolorido'.