Вертеть
Pronunciation
vyer-TYET
Translation
vertet — to spin/twirl
Context & Examples
Ребёнок любит вертеть волчок.
The child likes to spin a top.
Не верти головой, смотри на дорогу.
Don't twist your head around, watch the road.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This verb often implies a repetitive, sometimes aimless or fidgety motion, as in 'вертеть в руках' (to fiddle with something in one's hands). It's also used in idioms like 'вертеться под ногами' (to be underfoot, literally 'to spin around under feet'), describing someone annoyingly in the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Вертеть" mean in Russian?
"Вертеть" translates to "vertet — to spin/twirl" in English. It is pronounced as "vyer-TYET".
How do you pronounce "Вертеть"?
The pronunciation of "Вертеть" is: vyer-TYET
How to use "Вертеть" in a sentence?
Example: "Ребёнок любит вертеть волчок." which translates to "The child likes to spin a top.". Another example: "Не верти головой, смотри на дорогу." — "Don't twist your head around, watch the road.".
What is the cultural significance of "Вертеть" in Russia?
This verb often implies a repetitive, sometimes aimless or fidgety motion, as in 'вертеть в руках' (to fiddle with something in one's hands). It's also used in idioms like 'вертеться под ногами' (to be underfoot, literally 'to spin around under feet'), describing someone annoyingly in the way.