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La peine
This means the punishment or penalty. It can be 'ferme' (to be served immediately) or 'avec sursis' (suspended). Do not confuse it with 'douleur' (pain), though they share the same root.
Examples in context
La peine est trop lourde pour lui.
The sentence is too heavy for him.
Le juge a réduit sa peine initiale.
The judge reduced his initial sentence.
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