Валяться
Pronunciation
vah-LYA-tsya
Translation
valyatsya — to lie around (in a lazy, relaxed, or untidy way)
Context & Examples
Не хочу вставать, буду валяться на диване.
I don't want to get up, I'll lie around on the sofa.
Книги валяются по всему полу.
Books are lying around all over the floor.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This word often implies a lack of purpose or tidiness, and can be used playfully to describe lazy weekends or critically to describe a messy room.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Валяться" mean in Russian?
"Валяться" translates to "valyatsya — to lie around (in a lazy, relaxed, or untidy way)" in English. It is pronounced as "vah-LYA-tsya".
How do you pronounce "Валяться"?
The pronunciation of "Валяться" is: vah-LYA-tsya
How to use "Валяться" in a sentence?
Example: "Не хочу вставать, буду валяться на диване." which translates to "I don't want to get up, I'll lie around on the sofa.". Another example: "Книги валяются по всему полу." — "Books are lying around all over the floor.".
What is the cultural significance of "Валяться" in Russia?
This word often implies a lack of purpose or tidiness, and can be used playfully to describe lazy weekends or critically to describe a messy room.