Выходной
Pronunciation
vy-khad-NOY
Translation
vykhodnoy — day off
Context & Examples
Сегодня у меня выходной.
Today is my day off.
В выходной мы ходим в парк.
On days off we go to the park.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
Выходной refers to a non-working day, often Saturday or Sunday, but can be any designated rest day. The word derives from выходить (to go out), implying leaving work. Unlike English 'weekend', it emphasizes the absence of work rather than the specific days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Выходной" mean in Russian?
"Выходной" translates to "vykhodnoy — day off" in English. It is pronounced as "vy-khad-NOY".
How do you pronounce "Выходной"?
The pronunciation of "Выходной" is: vy-khad-NOY
How to use "Выходной" in a sentence?
Example: "Сегодня у меня выходной." which translates to "Today is my day off.". Another example: "В выходной мы ходим в парк." — "On days off we go to the park.".
What is the cultural significance of "Выходной" in Russia?
Выходной refers to a non-working day, often Saturday or Sunday, but can be any designated rest day. The word derives from выходить (to go out), implying leaving work. Unlike English 'weekend', it emphasizes the absence of work rather than the specific days.