1. A punishment or consequence imposed for breaking a rule, law, or agreement
The player received a penalty for fouling.
O jogador recebeu uma penalidade por falta.
2. In sports, a direct punishment such as a free kick or free throw awarded to the opposing team
The referee awarded a penalty kick to the team.
O árbitro concedeu uma penalidade ao time.
3. A financial punishment or fine imposed for non-compliance
There is a penalty for late payment of bills.
Há uma penalidade por atraso no pagamento de contas.