Ветеран
Pronunciation
vyeh-teh-RAHN
Translation
veteran — veteran
Context & Examples
Мой дедушка — ветеран Великой Отечественной войны.
My grandfather is a veteran of the Great Patriotic War.
В нашем городе есть клуб ветеранов спорта.
There is a sports veterans club in our city.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russia, the word 'ветеран' most commonly and respectfully refers to veterans of World War II (known as the Great Patriotic War). They are highly honored, and Victory Day (May 9) is a major national holiday dedicated to their memory and sacrifice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ветеран" mean in Russian?
"Ветеран" translates to "veteran — veteran" in English. It is pronounced as "vyeh-teh-RAHN".
How do you pronounce "Ветеран"?
The pronunciation of "Ветеран" is: vyeh-teh-RAHN
How to use "Ветеран" in a sentence?
Example: "Мой дедушка — ветеран Великой Отечественной войны." which translates to "My grandfather is a veteran of the Great Patriotic War.". Another example: "В нашем городе есть клуб ветеранов спорта." — "There is a sports veterans club in our city.".
What is the cultural significance of "Ветеран" in Russia?
In Russia, the word 'ветеран' most commonly and respectfully refers to veterans of World War II (known as the Great Patriotic War). They are highly honored, and Victory Day (May 9) is a major national holiday dedicated to their memory and sacrifice.