Град
Pronunciation
graht
Translation
grad — hail
Context & Examples
Вчера выпал сильный град.
Yesterday there was heavy hail.
Град повредил урожай.
The hail damaged the crops.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In modern Russian, 'град' primarily means 'hail' (precipitation). However, it also survives as an archaic or poetic word for 'city', seen in fixed phrases like 'Москва-град' or in historical texts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Град" mean in Russian?
"Град" translates to "grad — hail" in English. It is pronounced as "graht".
How do you pronounce "Град"?
The pronunciation of "Град" is: graht
How to use "Град" in a sentence?
Example: "Вчера выпал сильный град." which translates to "Yesterday there was heavy hail.". Another example: "Град повредил урожай." — "The hail damaged the crops.".
What is the cultural significance of "Град" in Russia?
In modern Russian, 'град' primarily means 'hail' (precipitation). However, it also survives as an archaic or poetic word for 'city', seen in fixed phrases like 'Москва-град' or in historical texts.