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About references What is the difference between, I don't enjoy "the" pain and I don't enjoy pain?

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Saying 'the pain' is referencing to a specific pain. But saying you don't enjoy pain is general.
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The is a "definite" article and used when referring to a specific noun known to the speaker and/or listener. In the example above, it would be used to talk about a specific type of pain (physical or emotional). - I've broken my ankle and the pain is unbearable. When used without the article, it simply refers to the noun in general (I don't enjoy all types of pain). - I don't deal with pain well. Hope this helps!

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