Водяной
Pronunciation
vah-dyah-NOY
Translation
vodyanoy — water spirit, water sprite
Context & Examples
В сказке Водяной жил в глубоком омуте.
In the fairy tale, the water spirit lived in a deep pool.
Рыбаки боялись гнева Водяного.
Fishermen feared the wrath of the water sprite.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The Vodyanoy is a malevolent Slavic mythological creature, a master of rivers and lakes, often depicted as an old man with a frog-like face and a green beard. He is said to drown people and animals, and fishermen would make offerings to appease him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Водяной" mean in Russian?
"Водяной" translates to "vodyanoy — water spirit, water sprite" in English. It is pronounced as "vah-dyah-NOY".
How do you pronounce "Водяной"?
The pronunciation of "Водяной" is: vah-dyah-NOY
How to use "Водяной" in a sentence?
Example: "В сказке Водяной жил в глубоком омуте." which translates to "In the fairy tale, the water spirit lived in a deep pool.". Another example: "Рыбаки боялись гнева Водяного." — "Fishermen feared the wrath of the water sprite.".
What is the cultural significance of "Водяной" in Russia?
The Vodyanoy is a malevolent Slavic mythological creature, a master of rivers and lakes, often depicted as an old man with a frog-like face and a green beard. He is said to drown people and animals, and fishermen would make offerings to appease him.