This is the 5510th most frequent Spanish word.
penetrar
To penetrate or enter.
"Penetrar" in this sentence describes moving through and becoming visible within a medium, like light through fog.
La luz del faro penetraba la niebla densa sobre el puerto oscuro.
The lighthouse's light penetrated the dense fog over the dark port.
In this context, "penetrar" signifies entering or passing through a physical barrier.
El viento frío logró penetrar por las juntas de la ventana.
The cold wind managed to penetrate through the window's joints.
Here, "penetrar" is used figuratively to indicate deep understanding or insight.