Больничный
Pronunciation
bahl-NEECH-nyy
Translation
bolnichnyy — sick leave / sick note
Context & Examples
Мне нужно взять больничный, у меня температура.
I need to take sick leave, I have a fever.
Не забудь принести больничный в отдел кадров.
Don't forget to bring your sick note to the HR department.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russia, a 'больничный' is an official medical document issued by a state clinic, required by law for an employee to receive paid leave for illness; it's not just a note from a doctor but a formal bureaucratic form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Больничный" mean in Russian?
"Больничный" translates to "bolnichnyy — sick leave / sick note" in English. It is pronounced as "bahl-NEECH-nyy".
How do you pronounce "Больничный"?
The pronunciation of "Больничный" is: bahl-NEECH-nyy
How to use "Больничный" in a sentence?
Example: "Мне нужно взять больничный, у меня температура." which translates to "I need to take sick leave, I have a fever.". Another example: "Не забудь принести больничный в отдел кадров." — "Don't forget to bring your sick note to the HR department.".
What is the cultural significance of "Больничный" in Russia?
In Russia, a 'больничный' is an official medical document issued by a state clinic, required by law for an employee to receive paid leave for illness; it's not just a note from a doctor but a formal bureaucratic form.