Грозный
Pronunciation
GROZ-nee
Translation
grozny — formidable, threatening
Context & Examples
У него был грозный взгляд.
He had a formidable gaze.
Иван Грозный был первым царём всея Руси.
Ivan the Terrible was the first Tsar of all Russia.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The word 'грозный' is famously part of Ivan IV's epithet 'Иван Грозный' (Ivan the Terrible), but in modern Russian it simply describes something or someone intimidating or authoritative.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Грозный" mean in Russian?
"Грозный" translates to "grozny — formidable, threatening" in English. It is pronounced as "GROZ-nee".
How do you pronounce "Грозный"?
The pronunciation of "Грозный" is: GROZ-nee
How to use "Грозный" in a sentence?
Example: "У него был грозный взгляд." which translates to "He had a formidable gaze.". Another example: "Иван Грозный был первым царём всея Руси." — "Ivan the Terrible was the first Tsar of all Russia.".
What is the cultural significance of "Грозный" in Russia?
The word 'грозный' is famously part of Ivan IV's epithet 'Иван Грозный' (Ivan the Terrible), but in modern Russian it simply describes something or someone intimidating or authoritative.