Дешёвый
Pronunciation
dee-SHYO-vee
Translation
deshyovy — cheap
Context & Examples
Этот телефон дешёвый, но работает хорошо.
This phone is cheap but works well.
Дешёвая еда часто бывает невкусной.
Cheap food is often not tasty.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The word 'дешёвый' often implies low quality or tackiness, not just low price. The expression 'дешево и сердито' (literally 'cheap and angry') ironically means something that is inexpensive but does the job effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дешёвый" mean in Russian?
"Дешёвый" translates to "deshyovy — cheap" in English. It is pronounced as "dee-SHYO-vee".
How do you pronounce "Дешёвый"?
The pronunciation of "Дешёвый" is: dee-SHYO-vee
How to use "Дешёвый" in a sentence?
Example: "Этот телефон дешёвый, но работает хорошо." which translates to "This phone is cheap but works well.". Another example: "Дешёвая еда часто бывает невкусной." — "Cheap food is often not tasty.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дешёвый" in Russia?
The word 'дешёвый' often implies low quality or tackiness, not just low price. The expression 'дешево и сердито' (literally 'cheap and angry') ironically means something that is inexpensive but does the job effectively.