Голливуд
Pronunciation
gah-lee-VOOT
Translation
gollivud — Hollywood
Context & Examples
Он работает в Голливуде уже десять лет.
He has been working in Hollywood for ten years.
Голливуд считается фабрикой грёз.
Hollywood is considered a dream factory.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, the stress falls on the last syllable (голливУд), and the word is often used to refer to the American film industry with a mix of admiration and irony, similar to its usage in English.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Голливуд" mean in Russian?
"Голливуд" translates to "gollivud — Hollywood" in English. It is pronounced as "gah-lee-VOOT".
How do you pronounce "Голливуд"?
The pronunciation of "Голливуд" is: gah-lee-VOOT
How to use "Голливуд" in a sentence?
Example: "Он работает в Голливуде уже десять лет." which translates to "He has been working in Hollywood for ten years.". Another example: "Голливуд считается фабрикой грёз." — "Hollywood is considered a dream factory.".
What is the cultural significance of "Голливуд" in Russia?
In Russian, the stress falls on the last syllable (голливУд), and the word is often used to refer to the American film industry with a mix of admiration and irony, similar to its usage in English.