Дама
Pronunciation
DAH-mah
Translation
dama — lady
Context & Examples
Он пригласил даму на танец.
He invited the lady to dance.
Дама вышла из экипажа в длинном платье.
The lady stepped out of the carriage in a long dress.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In modern Russian, 'дама' is somewhat formal or old-fashioned, often used in polite or literary contexts. It is also the term for a queen in a deck of playing cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дама" mean in Russian?
"Дама" translates to "dama — lady" in English. It is pronounced as "DAH-mah".
How do you pronounce "Дама"?
The pronunciation of "Дама" is: DAH-mah
How to use "Дама" in a sentence?
Example: "Он пригласил даму на танец." which translates to "He invited the lady to dance.". Another example: "Дама вышла из экипажа в длинном платье." — "The lady stepped out of the carriage in a long dress.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дама" in Russia?
In modern Russian, 'дама' is somewhat formal or old-fashioned, often used in polite or literary contexts. It is also the term for a queen in a deck of playing cards.