Выдумка
Pronunciation
VY-doom-kah
Translation
vydumka — fabrication, invention, fiction
Context & Examples
Это не правда, а чистая выдумка.
This is not the truth, but pure fabrication.
Его история — сплошная выдумка, никто в неё не поверил.
His story is a complete invention, no one believed it.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'выдумка' often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying a deliberate or fanciful distortion of reality, and is frequently used to dismiss improbable excuses or tall tales.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Выдумка" mean in Russian?
"Выдумка" translates to "vydumka — fabrication, invention, fiction" in English. It is pronounced as "VY-doom-kah".
How do you pronounce "Выдумка"?
The pronunciation of "Выдумка" is: VY-doom-kah
How to use "Выдумка" in a sentence?
Example: "Это не правда, а чистая выдумка." which translates to "This is not the truth, but pure fabrication.". Another example: "Его история — сплошная выдумка, никто в неё не поверил." — "His story is a complete invention, no one believed it.".
What is the cultural significance of "Выдумка" in Russia?
In Russian, 'выдумка' often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying a deliberate or fanciful distortion of reality, and is frequently used to dismiss improbable excuses or tall tales.