Бледный
Pronunciation
BLYED-ny
Translation
blednyy — pale
Context & Examples
После болезни у него было бледное лицо.
After the illness, his face was pale.
Она выглядела бледной от страха.
She looked pale with fear.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'бледный' can describe not just physical paleness but also a lack of vividness or intensity, such as in 'бледный свет' (pale light) or 'бледная копия' (pale copy, meaning a weak imitation). It's often used metaphorically to imply something is unimpressive or lacking vitality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Бледный" mean in Russian?
"Бледный" translates to "blednyy — pale" in English. It is pronounced as "BLYED-ny".
How do you pronounce "Бледный"?
The pronunciation of "Бледный" is: BLYED-ny
How to use "Бледный" in a sentence?
Example: "После болезни у него было бледное лицо." which translates to "After the illness, his face was pale.". Another example: "Она выглядела бледной от страха." — "She looked pale with fear.".
What is the cultural significance of "Бледный" in Russia?
In Russian, 'бледный' can describe not just physical paleness but also a lack of vividness or intensity, such as in 'бледный свет' (pale light) or 'бледная копия' (pale copy, meaning a weak imitation). It's often used metaphorically to imply something is unimpressive or lacking vitality.