Гроб
Pronunciation
grob
Translation
grob — coffin
Context & Examples
Он купил гроб для похорон.
He bought a coffin for the funeral.
Старый деревянный гроб стоял в углу.
The old wooden coffin stood in the corner.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'гроб' is also used figuratively to describe a hopeless or dead-end situation, e.g., 'Этот план — полный гроб' (This plan is a total coffin/dead end). Orthodox funeral traditions often involve open-casket viewings and wooden coffins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Гроб" mean in Russian?
"Гроб" translates to "grob — coffin" in English. It is pronounced as "grob".
How do you pronounce "Гроб"?
The pronunciation of "Гроб" is: grob
How to use "Гроб" in a sentence?
Example: "Он купил гроб для похорон." which translates to "He bought a coffin for the funeral.". Another example: "Старый деревянный гроб стоял в углу." — "The old wooden coffin stood in the corner.".
What is the cultural significance of "Гроб" in Russia?
In Russian, 'гроб' is also used figuratively to describe a hopeless or dead-end situation, e.g., 'Этот план — полный гроб' (This plan is a total coffin/dead end). Orthodox funeral traditions often involve open-casket viewings and wooden coffins.