Двадцатый
Pronunciation
dvahd-TSAH-tee
Translation
dvadtsatyy — twentieth
Context & Examples
Двадцатый век был временем великих открытий.
The twentieth century was a time of great discoveries.
Мы живём на двадцатом этаже.
We live on the twentieth floor.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
Ordinal numbers in Russian change endings based on gender, number, and case. 'Двадцатый' is the masculine nominative form, commonly used for centuries, floors, and anniversaries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Двадцатый" mean in Russian?
"Двадцатый" translates to "dvadtsatyy — twentieth" in English. It is pronounced as "dvahd-TSAH-tee".
How do you pronounce "Двадцатый"?
The pronunciation of "Двадцатый" is: dvahd-TSAH-tee
How to use "Двадцатый" in a sentence?
Example: "Двадцатый век был временем великих открытий." which translates to "The twentieth century was a time of great discoveries.". Another example: "Мы живём на двадцатом этаже." — "We live on the twentieth floor.".
What is the cultural significance of "Двадцатый" in Russia?
Ordinal numbers in Russian change endings based on gender, number, and case. 'Двадцатый' is the masculine nominative form, commonly used for centuries, floors, and anniversaries.