Дежурство
Pronunciation
deh-ZHOOR-stvah
Translation
dezhurstvo — duty, being on call, shift
Context & Examples
У меня сегодня дежурство в больнице.
I have duty at the hospital today.
Дежурство по школе назначается каждый месяц.
School duty is assigned every month.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Soviet and post-Soviet contexts, 'дежурство' was a common practice in schools, workplaces, and public buildings, where individuals took turns being responsible for order and basic tasks. It carries a sense of collective responsibility and isn't limited to emergency services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Дежурство" mean in Russian?
"Дежурство" translates to "dezhurstvo — duty, being on call, shift" in English. It is pronounced as "deh-ZHOOR-stvah".
How do you pronounce "Дежурство"?
The pronunciation of "Дежурство" is: deh-ZHOOR-stvah
How to use "Дежурство" in a sentence?
Example: "У меня сегодня дежурство в больнице." which translates to "I have duty at the hospital today.". Another example: "Дежурство по школе назначается каждый месяц." — "School duty is assigned every month.".
What is the cultural significance of "Дежурство" in Russia?
In Soviet and post-Soviet contexts, 'дежурство' was a common practice in schools, workplaces, and public buildings, where individuals took turns being responsible for order and basic tasks. It carries a sense of collective responsibility and isn't limited to emergency services.