Ведомый
Pronunciation
vyeh-DOH-miy
Translation
vedomyy — led, guided, follower
Context & Examples
Он был ведомым в этой паре.
He was the follower in this pair.
Ведомый самолёт летел за лидером.
The guided aircraft flew behind the leader.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'ведомый' can describe both a literal follower (like in aviation) and a figurative one—someone easily influenced, which carries a slightly negative connotation of lacking independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ведомый" mean in Russian?
"Ведомый" translates to "vedomyy — led, guided, follower" in English. It is pronounced as "vyeh-DOH-miy".
How do you pronounce "Ведомый"?
The pronunciation of "Ведомый" is: vyeh-DOH-miy
How to use "Ведомый" in a sentence?
Example: "Он был ведомым в этой паре." which translates to "He was the follower in this pair.". Another example: "Ведомый самолёт летел за лидером." — "The guided aircraft flew behind the leader.".
What is the cultural significance of "Ведомый" in Russia?
In Russian, 'ведомый' can describe both a literal follower (like in aviation) and a figurative one—someone easily influenced, which carries a slightly negative connotation of lacking independence.