Божественный
Pronunciation
bah-ZHEST-ven-ny
Translation
bozhestvennyy — divine, heavenly, godlike
Context & Examples
Этот торт имеет божественный вкус.
This cake has a divine taste.
Мы слушали божественную музыку в соборе.
We listened to heavenly music in the cathedral.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
While literally meaning 'divine' or 'of God,' this word is very commonly used in modern Russian as a strong, positive exaggeration for anything exceptionally good, beautiful, or delightful, similar to 'heavenly' or 'divine' in English.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Божественный" mean in Russian?
"Божественный" translates to "bozhestvennyy — divine, heavenly, godlike" in English. It is pronounced as "bah-ZHEST-ven-ny".
How do you pronounce "Божественный"?
The pronunciation of "Божественный" is: bah-ZHEST-ven-ny
How to use "Божественный" in a sentence?
Example: "Этот торт имеет божественный вкус." which translates to "This cake has a divine taste.". Another example: "Мы слушали божественную музыку в соборе." — "We listened to heavenly music in the cathedral.".
What is the cultural significance of "Божественный" in Russia?
While literally meaning 'divine' or 'of God,' this word is very commonly used in modern Russian as a strong, positive exaggeration for anything exceptionally good, beautiful, or delightful, similar to 'heavenly' or 'divine' in English.