Департамент
Pronunciation
deh-pahr-TAH-mynt
Translation
departament — department
Context & Examples
Он работает в департаменте финансов.
He works in the finance department.
Департамент образования объявил о новых правилах.
The department of education announced new rules.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'департамент' is most commonly used for government ministries or large corporate divisions, but it is less typical for university faculties (where 'факультет' is standard). The stress falls on the third syllable, unlike English where it's on the first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Департамент" mean in Russian?
"Департамент" translates to "departament — department" in English. It is pronounced as "deh-pahr-TAH-mynt".
How do you pronounce "Департамент"?
The pronunciation of "Департамент" is: deh-pahr-TAH-mynt
How to use "Департамент" in a sentence?
Example: "Он работает в департаменте финансов." which translates to "He works in the finance department.". Another example: "Департамент образования объявил о новых правилах." — "The department of education announced new rules.".
What is the cultural significance of "Департамент" in Russia?
In Russian, 'департамент' is most commonly used for government ministries or large corporate divisions, but it is less typical for university faculties (where 'факультет' is standard). The stress falls on the third syllable, unlike English where it's on the first.