Воровство
Pronunciation
vuh-rahv-STVO
Translation
vorovstvo — theft
Context & Examples
Воровство в магазинах стало серьёзной проблемой.
Theft in stores has become a serious problem.
Его обвинили в воровстве документов.
He was accused of stealing documents.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian culture, воровство carries a strong moral condemnation, often associated with a lack of integrity. The word is also used in proverbs like 'Воровство — не кража, а бесстыдство' (Theft is not stealing, but shamelessness).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Воровство" mean in Russian?
"Воровство" translates to "vorovstvo — theft" in English. It is pronounced as "vuh-rahv-STVO".
How do you pronounce "Воровство"?
The pronunciation of "Воровство" is: vuh-rahv-STVO
How to use "Воровство" in a sentence?
Example: "Воровство в магазинах стало серьёзной проблемой." which translates to "Theft in stores has become a serious problem.". Another example: "Его обвинили в воровстве документов." — "He was accused of stealing documents.".
What is the cultural significance of "Воровство" in Russia?
In Russian culture, воровство carries a strong moral condemnation, often associated with a lack of integrity. The word is also used in proverbs like 'Воровство — не кража, а бесстыдство' (Theft is not stealing, but shamelessness).