Rusia (en. Russia)
/ˈrusja/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The largest sovereign state in the world, with its capital in Moscow.
Russia is known for its vast territorial expanse.
Rusia es conocida por su vasta extensión territorial.
A nation with a rich cultural and political history.
Russian literature is very influential worldwide.
La literatura rusa es muy influyente a nivel mundial.
A permanent member of the UN Security Council.
Russia plays an important role in international politics.
Rusia juega un papel importante en la política internacional.
Etymology
From the Old Slavic 'Rus', which refers to a Scandinavian people who founded the city of Kiev.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Russia in the international context
A reference to how Russia interacts with other countries.
Rusia en el contexto internacional
Russian culture
A set of cultural characteristics unique to Russia.
Cultura rusa
Related Words
Moscow
Capital of Russia.
Moscú
Siberia
Extensive and cold region of Russia.
Siberia
Tsar
Monarch in the history of Russia.
Zar
Slang Meanings
Colloquial term to refer to Russia informally.
My friends say that going to Russia is an adventure.
Mis amigos dicen que ir a Rusia es una aventura.
Used to point to the vast and diverse nature of the country.
When I say Russia, I think of the extreme cold.
Cuando digo Rusia, pienso en el frío extremo.