Джунгли
Pronunciation
DZHUNG-lee
Translation
dzhungli — jungle
Context & Examples
В джунглях Амазонки обитает множество редких животных.
Many rare animals live in the Amazon jungle.
Фильм про Маугли называют «Книга джунглей» на русском.
The film about Mowgli is called 'The Jungle Book' in Russian.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The word 'джунгли' entered Russian via English and is primarily used to refer to tropical rainforests. It also appears in the famous Soviet cartoon 'Маугли' (Mowgli), which adapts Kipling's 'The Jungle Book' and remains a beloved classic for Russian children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Джунгли" mean in Russian?
"Джунгли" translates to "dzhungli — jungle" in English. It is pronounced as "DZHUNG-lee".
How do you pronounce "Джунгли"?
The pronunciation of "Джунгли" is: DZHUNG-lee
How to use "Джунгли" in a sentence?
Example: "В джунглях Амазонки обитает множество редких животных." which translates to "Many rare animals live in the Amazon jungle.". Another example: "Фильм про Маугли называют «Книга джунглей» на русском." — "The film about Mowgli is called 'The Jungle Book' in Russian.".
What is the cultural significance of "Джунгли" in Russia?
The word 'джунгли' entered Russian via English and is primarily used to refer to tropical rainforests. It also appears in the famous Soviet cartoon 'Маугли' (Mowgli), which adapts Kipling's 'The Jungle Book' and remains a beloved classic for Russian children.