Part of Speech

• Adjective (keen)
• Noun (pain)

Phonetic Transcription

/kʲiːn peɪn/

Meaning and Usage

Keen: This adjective often describes something that is strong, intense, or extremely enthusiastic. When referring to emotions or sensations, it implies a sharp or acute quality.

Pain: This noun refers to an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage or described in terms of such damage.

The combination "keen pain" typically suggests a strong and sharp sensation of discomfort. It is used more frequently in written contexts, particularly in literary or medical writings, to describe intense sensations, but it may also occur in spoken language, especially in therapeutic or personal discussions about experiences of pain.

Example Sentences

1. After the workout, I felt a keen pain in my muscles.

2. После тренировки я почувствовал острую боль в мышцах.

3. The doctor noted my keen pain and decided to run some tests.

4. Доктор заметил мою острую боль и решил провести несколько тестов.

5. She winced at the keen pain shooting through her ankle.

6. Она застонала от острой боли, пронизывающей ее лодыжку.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "keen pain" itself is not a common idiomatic expression, the term "keen" can be found in various idiomatic phrases that could relate to feelings or sensations. Here are a few examples:

1. Keen as mustard: Very eager or enthusiastic.

2. He was keen as mustard to start his new job.

   • Он был очень рад начать свою новую работу.

3. Keen edge: Refers to a sharp distinction or advantage.

4. The debate team had a keen edge over their competitors by preparing thoroughly.

   • Команда дебатов имела явное преимущество над своими соперниками благодаря тщательной подготовке.

5. Keen observation: Means being perceptive or observant.

6. Her keen observation of the details made her an excellent artist.

   • Ее острая наблюдательность за деталями сделала ее отличным художником.

7. Keen interest: A strong desire to learn or know more about something.

8. He has a keen interest in ancient history.

   • У него есть сильный интерес к древней истории.

9. Keenly aware: Being very aware of or sensitive to something.

10. She was keenly aware of the risks involved in the transaction.
    • Она хорошо осознавала риски, связанные с этой сделкой.

Etymology

The word "keen" has roots in the Old English term "cyn," which meant "knowledge" or "intellect." It evolved through Middle English as "kene," referring to sharpness, intensity, or eagerness. The word "pain" originates from the Latin "poena," meaning punishment or penalty, and has evolved through Old French into English to describe discomfort.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for keen: - Sharp - Intense - Acute

Antonyms for keen: - Dull - Blunt - Tepid

Synonyms for pain: - Discomfort - Suffering - Agony

Antonyms for pain: - Comfort - Ease - Relief