Выдавать
Pronunciation
vih-dah-VAHT'
Translation
vydavat — to give out, to issue
Context & Examples
Банк выдаёт кредиты.
The bank issues loans.
Он выдаёт себя за врача.
He pretends to be a doctor.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
The verb 'выдавать' is commonly used in the idiom 'выдавать желаемое за действительное' (to wishful thinking, i.e., to present one's wishes as reality). It is also prevalent in official contexts such as issuing documents or licenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Выдавать" mean in Russian?
"Выдавать" translates to "vydavat — to give out, to issue" in English. It is pronounced as "vih-dah-VAHT'".
How do you pronounce "Выдавать"?
The pronunciation of "Выдавать" is: vih-dah-VAHT'
How to use "Выдавать" in a sentence?
Example: "Банк выдаёт кредиты." which translates to "The bank issues loans.". Another example: "Он выдаёт себя за врача." — "He pretends to be a doctor.".
What is the cultural significance of "Выдавать" in Russia?
The verb 'выдавать' is commonly used in the idiom 'выдавать желаемое за действительное' (to wishful thinking, i.e., to present one's wishes as reality). It is also prevalent in official contexts such as issuing documents or licenses.