Двигатель
Pronunciation
DVEE-gah-tyel
Translation
dvigatel — engine/motor
Context & Examples
У этого автомобиля мощный двигатель.
This car has a powerful engine.
Двигатель самолёта работает на керосине.
The aircraft engine runs on kerosene.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'двигатель' is a broad term for any motor or engine, from car engines to rocket motors. The word is also used metaphorically, e.g., 'двигатель прогресса' (the engine of progress).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Двигатель" mean in Russian?
"Двигатель" translates to "dvigatel — engine/motor" in English. It is pronounced as "DVEE-gah-tyel".
How do you pronounce "Двигатель"?
The pronunciation of "Двигатель" is: DVEE-gah-tyel
How to use "Двигатель" in a sentence?
Example: "У этого автомобиля мощный двигатель." which translates to "This car has a powerful engine.". Another example: "Двигатель самолёта работает на керосине." — "The aircraft engine runs on kerosene.".
What is the cultural significance of "Двигатель" in Russia?
In Russian, 'двигатель' is a broad term for any motor or engine, from car engines to rocket motors. The word is also used metaphorically, e.g., 'двигатель прогресса' (the engine of progress).