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Гул

Pronunciation gool

Translation

gul — hum

Context & Examples

Слышен гул города.

The hum of the city is audible.

Гул мотора мешал спать.

The hum of the engine kept me awake.

Cultural Note 🇷🇺

The word 'гул' frequently appears in Russian poetry and prose to evoke the constant, low-level noise of urban life or nature, such as the distant rumble of a river or the drone of a crowd.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Гул" mean in Russian?

"Гул" translates to "gul — hum" in English. It is pronounced as "gool".

How do you pronounce "Гул"?

The pronunciation of "Гул" is: gool

How to use "Гул" in a sentence?

Example: "Слышен гул города." which translates to "The hum of the city is audible.". Another example: "Гул мотора мешал спать." — "The hum of the engine kept me awake.".

What is the cultural significance of "Гул" in Russia?

The word 'гул' frequently appears in Russian poetry and prose to evoke the constant, low-level noise of urban life or nature, such as the distant rumble of a river or the drone of a crowd.

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