Бегство
Pronunciation
BYEG-stvuh
Translation
begstvo — flight, escape, fleeing
Context & Examples
После поражения армия начала беспорядочное бегство.
After the defeat, the army began a disorderly flight.
Его бегство из тюрьмы стало легендой.
His escape from prison became legendary.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This word often carries a dramatic or desperate connotation, used in historical contexts like the 'Бегство Наполеона из России' (Napoleon's flight from Russia) or in literature to describe a hasty, often shameful retreat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Бегство" mean in Russian?
"Бегство" translates to "begstvo — flight, escape, fleeing" in English. It is pronounced as "BYEG-stvuh".
How do you pronounce "Бегство"?
The pronunciation of "Бегство" is: BYEG-stvuh
How to use "Бегство" in a sentence?
Example: "После поражения армия начала беспорядочное бегство." which translates to "After the defeat, the army began a disorderly flight.". Another example: "Его бегство из тюрьмы стало легендой." — "His escape from prison became legendary.".
What is the cultural significance of "Бегство" in Russia?
This word often carries a dramatic or desperate connotation, used in historical contexts like the 'Бегство Наполеона из России' (Napoleon's flight from Russia) or in literature to describe a hasty, often shameful retreat.