Взирать
Pronunciation
vzee-RAHT'
Translation
vzirat — to gaze (upon), to look (at)
Context & Examples
Он любил взирать на звёздное небо.
He loved to gaze at the starry sky.
Судья взирал на подсудимого с холодным спокойствием.
The judge looked upon the defendant with cold composure.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This is a formal, elevated, and somewhat archaic verb, often found in literature, poetry, or official contexts to imply a deep, thoughtful, or solemn observation. It's not used in everyday speech where 'смотреть' or 'глядеть' would be more common.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Взирать" mean in Russian?
"Взирать" translates to "vzirat — to gaze (upon), to look (at)" in English. It is pronounced as "vzee-RAHT'".
How do you pronounce "Взирать"?
The pronunciation of "Взирать" is: vzee-RAHT'
How to use "Взирать" in a sentence?
Example: "Он любил взирать на звёздное небо." which translates to "He loved to gaze at the starry sky.". Another example: "Судья взирал на подсудимого с холодным спокойствием." — "The judge looked upon the defendant with cold composure.".
What is the cultural significance of "Взирать" in Russia?
This is a formal, elevated, and somewhat archaic verb, often found in literature, poetry, or official contexts to imply a deep, thoughtful, or solemn observation. It's not used in everyday speech where 'смотреть' or 'глядеть' would be more common.