Буква
Pronunciation
BOOK-vah
Translation
bukva — letter
Context & Examples
В русском алфавите 33 буквы.
There are 33 letters in the Russian alphabet.
Напиши своё имя большими буквами.
Write your name in capital letters.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The word 'буква' refers strictly to a written character, not a piece of mail (which is 'письмо'). It's also used in the phrase 'от А до Я' (from A to Z), which is 'от буквы А до буквы Я' in Russian, emphasizing the Cyrillic alphabet's distinct beginning and end.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Буква" mean in Russian?
"Буква" translates to "bukva — letter" in English. It is pronounced as "BOOK-vah".
How do you pronounce "Буква"?
The pronunciation of "Буква" is: BOOK-vah
How to use "Буква" in a sentence?
Example: "В русском алфавите 33 буквы." which translates to "There are 33 letters in the Russian alphabet.". Another example: "Напиши своё имя большими буквами." — "Write your name in capital letters.".
What is the cultural significance of "Буква" in Russia?
The word 'буква' refers strictly to a written character, not a piece of mail (which is 'письмо'). It's also used in the phrase 'от А до Я' (from A to Z), which is 'от буквы А до буквы Я' in Russian, emphasizing the Cyrillic alphabet's distinct beginning and end.