Ruso (en. Russian)

/ˈruso/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
National or inhabitant of Russia.
Russian is known for its rich culture.
El ruso es conocido por su rica cultura.
Official language of Russia.
I am learning Russian at university.
Estoy aprendiendo ruso en la universidad.
Person of Russian origin.
My neighbor is a Russian who emigrated years ago.
Mi vecino es un ruso que emigró hace años.

Etymology

From Latin 'Rūsticus', through the Slavic languages.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak Russian
To use the Russian language.
hablar ruso
to know Russian
To know the Russian language.
saber ruso
Russian culture
Set of customs and expressions from Russia.
cultura rusa

Related Words

Russia
Country located in Europe and Asia.
Rusia
Moscow
Capital of Russia.
moscú
Russification
Process of promoting Russian culture and language.
rusificación

Slang Meanings

Russian as a synonym for strength or resilience.
That guy is a Russian; he can handle anything.
Ese tipo es un ruso, aguanta lo que sea.
Referring to a person who excessively consumes vodka.
Don't take him to the party; he's a real Russian with vodka.
No lo lleves a la fiesta, es un verdadero ruso con el vodka.