Действительный
Pronunciation
dyeyst-VEE-tyel-nyy
Translation
deystvitelnyy — valid
Context & Examples
Это действительный паспорт.
This is a valid passport.
Его чувства были действительными.
His feelings were genuine.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This formal adjective is often used in official contexts like documents and legal texts to mean 'valid' or 'effective'. In grammar, it also refers to the active voice (действительный залог).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Действительный" mean in Russian?
"Действительный" translates to "deystvitelnyy — valid" in English. It is pronounced as "dyeyst-VEE-tyel-nyy".
How do you pronounce "Действительный"?
The pronunciation of "Действительный" is: dyeyst-VEE-tyel-nyy
How to use "Действительный" in a sentence?
Example: "Это действительный паспорт." which translates to "This is a valid passport.". Another example: "Его чувства были действительными." — "His feelings were genuine.".
What is the cultural significance of "Действительный" in Russia?
This formal adjective is often used in official contexts like documents and legal texts to mean 'valid' or 'effective'. In grammar, it also refers to the active voice (действительный залог).