Ветхий
Pronunciation
VYET-khee
Translation
vetkhiy — old, decrepit, dilapidated
Context & Examples
Они живут в ветхом деревянном доме.
They live in a dilapidated wooden house.
Ветхий Завет — это первая часть Библии.
The Old Testament is the first part of the Bible.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
While it literally describes something physically old and worn out, 'ветхий' is also the fixed, formal term for 'Old' in 'Ветхий Завет' (Old Testament), contrasting with 'Новый Завет' (New Testament). In everyday use, it often carries a negative connotation of something being beyond repair or unfit for use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ветхий" mean in Russian?
"Ветхий" translates to "vetkhiy — old, decrepit, dilapidated" in English. It is pronounced as "VYET-khee".
How do you pronounce "Ветхий"?
The pronunciation of "Ветхий" is: VYET-khee
How to use "Ветхий" in a sentence?
Example: "Они живут в ветхом деревянном доме." which translates to "They live in a dilapidated wooden house.". Another example: "Ветхий Завет — это первая часть Библии." — "The Old Testament is the first part of the Bible.".
What is the cultural significance of "Ветхий" in Russia?
While it literally describes something physically old and worn out, 'ветхий' is also the fixed, formal term for 'Old' in 'Ветхий Завет' (Old Testament), contrasting with 'Новый Завет' (New Testament). In everyday use, it often carries a negative connotation of something being beyond repair or unfit for use.