Грабеж
Pronunciation
grah-BYOZH
Translation
grabezh — robbery, mugging
Context & Examples
Вчера в центре города произошёл грабёж.
Yesterday a robbery occurred in the city center.
Он стал жертвой грабежа, когда возвращался домой ночью.
He became a victim of a mugging while returning home at night.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian law, грабёж specifically refers to open theft (snatching or mugging) without violence, as opposed to кража (secret theft) or разбой (armed robbery).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Грабеж" mean in Russian?
"Грабеж" translates to "grabezh — robbery, mugging" in English. It is pronounced as "grah-BYOZH".
How do you pronounce "Грабеж"?
The pronunciation of "Грабеж" is: grah-BYOZH
How to use "Грабеж" in a sentence?
Example: "Вчера в центре города произошёл грабёж." which translates to "Yesterday a robbery occurred in the city center.". Another example: "Он стал жертвой грабежа, когда возвращался домой ночью." — "He became a victim of a mugging while returning home at night.".
What is the cultural significance of "Грабеж" in Russia?
In Russian law, грабёж specifically refers to open theft (snatching or mugging) without violence, as opposed to кража (secret theft) or разбой (armed robbery).