Глотать
Pronunciation
gla-TAHT'
Translation
glotat — to swallow
Context & Examples
Он быстро глотает пищу.
He swallows food quickly.
Мне трудно глотать таблетку.
It's hard for me to swallow a pill.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The verb 'глотать' is often used in idioms like 'глотать слюнки' (to drool over something) or 'глотать обиду' (to swallow an insult), reflecting emotional restraint or desire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Глотать" mean in Russian?
"Глотать" translates to "glotat — to swallow" in English. It is pronounced as "gla-TAHT'".
How do you pronounce "Глотать"?
The pronunciation of "Глотать" is: gla-TAHT'
How to use "Глотать" in a sentence?
Example: "Он быстро глотает пищу." which translates to "He swallows food quickly.". Another example: "Мне трудно глотать таблетку." — "It's hard for me to swallow a pill.".
What is the cultural significance of "Глотать" in Russia?
The verb 'глотать' is often used in idioms like 'глотать слюнки' (to drool over something) or 'глотать обиду' (to swallow an insult), reflecting emotional restraint or desire.