Двенадцатый
Pronunciation
dvee-NAHD-tsuh-tyy
Translation
dvenadtsaty — twelfth
Context & Examples
Сегодня двенадцатое мая.
Today is the twelfth of May.
Он живёт на двенадцатом этаже.
He lives on the twelfth floor.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, ordinal numbers like 'двенадцатый' are used for dates (declined in neuter for the day of the month) and for floor numbers. The cluster 'дцат' can be tricky for learners—it’s pronounced with a soft 'д' and a distinct 'т' before the vowel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Двенадцатый" mean in Russian?
"Двенадцатый" translates to "dvenadtsaty — twelfth" in English. It is pronounced as "dvee-NAHD-tsuh-tyy".
How do you pronounce "Двенадцатый"?
The pronunciation of "Двенадцатый" is: dvee-NAHD-tsuh-tyy
How to use "Двенадцатый" in a sentence?
Example: "Сегодня двенадцатое мая." which translates to "Today is the twelfth of May.". Another example: "Он живёт на двенадцатом этаже." — "He lives on the twelfth floor.".
What is the cultural significance of "Двенадцатый" in Russia?
In Russian, ordinal numbers like 'двенадцатый' are used for dates (declined in neuter for the day of the month) and for floor numbers. The cluster 'дцат' can be tricky for learners—it’s pronounced with a soft 'д' and a distinct 'т' before the vowel.