Бактерия
Pronunciation
bahk-TYEH-ree-yah
Translation
bakteriya — bacterium
Context & Examples
Эта бактерия вызывает заболевание.
This bacterium causes a disease.
Полезные бактерии живут в кишечнике.
Beneficial bacteria live in the intestines.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, the word 'бактерия' is a standard scientific term with no special cultural connotations, but it's commonly used in everyday health and hygiene discussions, especially in contexts like washing hands to avoid 'вредные бактерии' (harmful bacteria).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Бактерия" mean in Russian?
"Бактерия" translates to "bakteriya — bacterium" in English. It is pronounced as "bahk-TYEH-ree-yah".
How do you pronounce "Бактерия"?
The pronunciation of "Бактерия" is: bahk-TYEH-ree-yah
How to use "Бактерия" in a sentence?
Example: "Эта бактерия вызывает заболевание." which translates to "This bacterium causes a disease.". Another example: "Полезные бактерии живут в кишечнике." — "Beneficial bacteria live in the intestines.".
What is the cultural significance of "Бактерия" in Russia?
In Russian, the word 'бактерия' is a standard scientific term with no special cultural connotations, but it's commonly used in everyday health and hygiene discussions, especially in contexts like washing hands to avoid 'вредные бактерии' (harmful bacteria).