Взорвать
Pronunciation
vzahr-VAHT'
Translation
vzorvat — to blow up, to detonate, to explode
Context & Examples
Террористы планировали взорвать мост.
The terrorists planned to blow up the bridge.
Он взорвал воздушный шарик, чтобы напугать сестру.
He popped the balloon to scare his sister.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
While 'взорвать' literally means to cause an explosion, it is also used metaphorically in Russian to describe causing a strong emotional reaction, such as 'взорвать интернет' (to blow up the internet, i.e., go viral) or 'взорвать мозг' (to blow someone's mind).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Взорвать" mean in Russian?
"Взорвать" translates to "vzorvat — to blow up, to detonate, to explode" in English. It is pronounced as "vzahr-VAHT'".
How do you pronounce "Взорвать"?
The pronunciation of "Взорвать" is: vzahr-VAHT'
How to use "Взорвать" in a sentence?
Example: "Террористы планировали взорвать мост." which translates to "The terrorists planned to blow up the bridge.". Another example: "Он взорвал воздушный шарик, чтобы напугать сестру." — "He popped the balloon to scare his sister.".
What is the cultural significance of "Взорвать" in Russia?
While 'взорвать' literally means to cause an explosion, it is also used metaphorically in Russian to describe causing a strong emotional reaction, such as 'взорвать интернет' (to blow up the internet, i.e., go viral) or 'взорвать мозг' (to blow someone's mind).