Двести
Pronunciation
dvees-TEE
Translation
dvesti — two hundred
Context & Examples
В комнате было двести человек.
There were two hundred people in the room.
Эта книга стоит двести рублей.
This book costs two hundred rubles.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, numbers like 'двести' are used in daily life for prices, dates, and quantities. The stress on the last syllable is important; a common mistake is to stress the first syllable, which can make the word sound unnatural.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Двести" mean in Russian?
"Двести" translates to "dvesti — two hundred" in English. It is pronounced as "dvees-TEE".
How do you pronounce "Двести"?
The pronunciation of "Двести" is: dvees-TEE
How to use "Двести" in a sentence?
Example: "В комнате было двести человек." which translates to "There were two hundred people in the room.". Another example: "Эта книга стоит двести рублей." — "This book costs two hundred rubles.".
What is the cultural significance of "Двести" in Russia?
In Russian, numbers like 'двести' are used in daily life for prices, dates, and quantities. The stress on the last syllable is important; a common mistake is to stress the first syllable, which can make the word sound unnatural.