Дефицит
Pronunciation
dyef-ee-TSEET
Translation
defitsit — deficit/shortage
Context & Examples
В Советском Союзе был дефицит многих товаров.
In the Soviet Union, there was a shortage of many goods.
У нас дефицит времени, нужно торопиться.
We have a time deficit, we need to hurry.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The word 'дефицит' is strongly associated with the Soviet era, when shortages of consumer goods were common and people had to queue or use connections to obtain basic items.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дефицит" mean in Russian?
"Дефицит" translates to "defitsit — deficit/shortage" in English. It is pronounced as "dyef-ee-TSEET".
How do you pronounce "Дефицит"?
The pronunciation of "Дефицит" is: dyef-ee-TSEET
How to use "Дефицит" in a sentence?
Example: "В Советском Союзе был дефицит многих товаров." which translates to "In the Soviet Union, there was a shortage of many goods.". Another example: "У нас дефицит времени, нужно торопиться." — "We have a time deficit, we need to hurry.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дефицит" in Russia?
The word 'дефицит' is strongly associated with the Soviet era, when shortages of consumer goods were common and people had to queue or use connections to obtain basic items.