A penalty is something you get when you do something wrong. It is a way to punish you or make you pay for breaking a rules, like laws or contracts.
He got a penalty for speeding.
The store has a penalty for late payment.
In sports, a penalty is a punishment when a player breaks the rules. It can mean losing points or getting a free chance for the other team.
The player got a penalty in the football match.
Penalty shots decide the winner in soccer.
A penalty is money you pay when you do not follow a contract or law. For example, paying late or breaking rules can cause you to lose money.
You must pay a penalty for late rent.
Banks charge a penalty for early loan payment.
Penalty can mean something bad that happens because of an action or condition. It is a loss or problem you get as a result.
The team took a penalty by missing players.
There is a penalty for using bad breath in exams.
In sports like football, a penalty is a free shot at the goal given to a team if the other team breaks an important rule inside the penalty area.
He scored from the penalty kick.
The referee gave a penalty after the foul.
To penalize means to give a penalty to someone. It means to punish or fine them for breaking rules or laws.
The referee penalizes players who break rules.
Drivers are penalized for parking wrong.
