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Russian Dictionary

Вавилон

Pronunciation vah-vee-LOHN

Translation

vavilon — Babylon

Context & Examples

Историки изучают древний Вавилон.

Historians study ancient Babylon.

В Библии рассказывается о Вавилонской башне.

The Bible tells the story of the Tower of Babel.

Cultural Note 🇷🇺

In Russian culture, 'Вавилон' often symbolizes a place of great confusion, diversity, or moral decay, drawing from the biblical story of the Tower of Babel and the city's historical reputation. It can be used metaphorically to describe chaotic or multilingual situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Вавилон" mean in Russian?

"Вавилон" translates to "vavilon — Babylon" in English. It is pronounced as "vah-vee-LOHN".

How do you pronounce "Вавилон"?

The pronunciation of "Вавилон" is: vah-vee-LOHN

How to use "Вавилон" in a sentence?

Example: "Историки изучают древний Вавилон." which translates to "Historians study ancient Babylon.". Another example: "В Библии рассказывается о Вавилонской башне." — "The Bible tells the story of the Tower of Babel.".

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

In Russian culture, 'Вавилон' often symbolizes a place of great confusion, diversity, or moral decay, drawing from the biblical story of the Tower of Babel and the city's historical reputation. It can be used metaphorically to describe chaotic or multilingual situations.

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