Дернуть
Pronunciation
DYER-noot'
Translation
dernut — to pull, to jerk
Context & Examples
Не дерни за ручку, она сломается!
Don't jerk the handle, it will break!
Он резко дернул за веревку, и колокол зазвонил.
He sharply pulled the rope, and the bell rang.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The perfective verb 'дернуть' emphasizes a single, abrupt pulling motion, often used in commands or descriptions of sudden actions. It is commonly paired with the preposition 'за' (by) to indicate the object being pulled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дернуть" mean in Russian?
"Дернуть" translates to "dernut — to pull, to jerk" in English. It is pronounced as "DYER-noot'".
How do you pronounce "Дернуть"?
The pronunciation of "Дернуть" is: DYER-noot'
How to use "Дернуть" in a sentence?
Example: "Не дерни за ручку, она сломается!" which translates to "Don't jerk the handle, it will break!". Another example: "Он резко дернул за веревку, и колокол зазвонил." — "He sharply pulled the rope, and the bell rang.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дернуть" in Russia?
The perfective verb 'дернуть' emphasizes a single, abrupt pulling motion, often used in commands or descriptions of sudden actions. It is commonly paired with the preposition 'за' (by) to indicate the object being pulled.