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Глупость

Pronunciation GLOO-pahst'

Translation

glupost — stupidity, foolishness

Context & Examples

Какая глупость!

What a foolishness!

Он совершил глупость.

He committed a stupidity.

Cultural Note 🇷🇺

Russians often use 'глупость' bluntly to describe actions or statements they find illogical, reflecting a cultural preference for directness and practicality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Глупость" mean in Russian?

"Глупость" translates to "glupost — stupidity, foolishness" in English. It is pronounced as "GLOO-pahst'".

How do you pronounce "Глупость"?

The pronunciation of "Глупость" is: GLOO-pahst'

How to use "Глупость" in a sentence?

Example: "Какая глупость!" which translates to "What a foolishness!". Another example: "Он совершил глупость." — "He committed a stupidity.".

What is the cultural significance of "Глупость" in Russia?

Russians often use 'глупость' bluntly to describe actions or statements they find illogical, reflecting a cultural preference for directness and practicality.

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