Дергать
Pronunciation
DYER-guht'
Translation
dergat — to pull, to jerk, to bother
Context & Examples
Не дергай кота за хвост.
Don't pull the cat's tail.
Он постоянно меня дергает по пустякам.
He constantly bothers me over trifles.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The verb 'дергать' is versatile: it describes physical jerking or pulling, and also figuratively means to annoy or pester someone. It's common in everyday commands like 'не дергай' (don't bother).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дергать" mean in Russian?
"Дергать" translates to "dergat — to pull, to jerk, to bother" in English. It is pronounced as "DYER-guht'".
How do you pronounce "Дергать"?
The pronunciation of "Дергать" is: DYER-guht'
How to use "Дергать" in a sentence?
Example: "Не дергай кота за хвост." which translates to "Don't pull the cat's tail.". Another example: "Он постоянно меня дергает по пустякам." — "He constantly bothers me over trifles.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дергать" in Russia?
The verb 'дергать' is versatile: it describes physical jerking or pulling, and also figuratively means to annoy or pester someone. It's common in everyday commands like 'не дергай' (don't bother).