Возвращать
Pronunciation
voz-vrah-SHCHAT'
Translation
vozvrashchat — to return (something)
Context & Examples
Я должен возвращать книги в библиотеку вовремя.
I must return books to the library on time.
Он обещал возвращать деньги в конце месяца.
He promised to return the money at the end of the month.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian culture, returning borrowed items promptly is a sign of respect. The imperfective 'возвращать' is used for repeated or habitual actions, while the perfective 'вернуть' is for a single completed return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Возвращать" mean in Russian?
"Возвращать" translates to "vozvrashchat — to return (something)" in English. It is pronounced as "voz-vrah-SHCHAT'".
How do you pronounce "Возвращать"?
The pronunciation of "Возвращать" is: voz-vrah-SHCHAT'
How to use "Возвращать" in a sentence?
Example: "Я должен возвращать книги в библиотеку вовремя." which translates to "I must return books to the library on time.". Another example: "Он обещал возвращать деньги в конце месяца." — "He promised to return the money at the end of the month.".
What is the cultural significance of "Возвращать" in Russia?
In Russian culture, returning borrowed items promptly is a sign of respect. The imperfective 'возвращать' is used for repeated or habitual actions, while the perfective 'вернуть' is for a single completed return.