Водить
Pronunciation
vah-DEET
Translation
vodit — to lead, to guide, to drive (imperfective)
Context & Examples
Он учится водить машину.
He is learning to drive a car.
Она любит водить детей в парк.
She likes to take (lead) the children to the park.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
Unlike 'ехать' (to go by transport), 'водить' implies the act of guiding, leading, or operating something over a period, often used for driving vehicles, leading tours, or taking someone somewhere. It's the imperfective partner to 'повести' (to lead once).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Водить" mean in Russian?
"Водить" translates to "vodit — to lead, to guide, to drive (imperfective)" in English. It is pronounced as "vah-DEET".
How do you pronounce "Водить"?
The pronunciation of "Водить" is: vah-DEET
How to use "Водить" in a sentence?
Example: "Он учится водить машину." which translates to "He is learning to drive a car.". Another example: "Она любит водить детей в парк." — "She likes to take (lead) the children to the park.".
What is the cultural significance of "Водить" in Russia?
Unlike 'ехать' (to go by transport), 'водить' implies the act of guiding, leading, or operating something over a period, often used for driving vehicles, leading tours, or taking someone somewhere. It's the imperfective partner to 'повести' (to lead once).