/ˈpiːnəl/ – adjective
Definition: thuộc hình phạt, thuộc hình sự, có thể bị trừng phạt, có thể bị phạt.
A more thorough explanation: The term “penal” refers to something related to punishment, specifically in the context of law or legal proceedings. It can refer to actions, laws, or systems that involve the imposition of penalties or punishments for violations of rules or laws.
Example: The defendant faced penal consequences for committing fraud.