Галактика
Pronunciation
gah-LAHK-tee-kah
Translation
galaktika — galaxy
Context & Examples
Наша Галактика называется Млечный Путь.
Our galaxy is called the Milky Way.
Он мечтает исследовать другие галактики.
He dreams of exploring other galaxies.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
While 'галактика' is the general term for any galaxy, the Milky Way is specifically called 'Млечный Путь'. The word is also heavily used in Russian sci-fi, reflecting the country's rich space exploration history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Галактика" mean in Russian?
"Галактика" translates to "galaktika — galaxy" in English. It is pronounced as "gah-LAHK-tee-kah".
How do you pronounce "Галактика"?
The pronunciation of "Галактика" is: gah-LAHK-tee-kah
How to use "Галактика" in a sentence?
Example: "Наша Галактика называется Млечный Путь." which translates to "Our galaxy is called the Milky Way.". Another example: "Он мечтает исследовать другие галактики." — "He dreams of exploring other galaxies.".
What is the cultural significance of "Галактика" in Russia?
While 'галактика' is the general term for any galaxy, the Milky Way is specifically called 'Млечный Путь'. The word is also heavily used in Russian sci-fi, reflecting the country's rich space exploration history.