вот
other word type
daily used word (top 100)
here is, here are, this is, there, there you go
presenting or pointing something out
Вот мои ключи.
Here are my keys.
Usage info
вот is a very common Russian discourse particle / deictic word. It doesn’t translate 1-to-1; English uses different words depending on function.
Its translation is extremely context-dependent, it is often omitted in natural English translation and closely tied to gesture, intonation, or discourse flow.
Examples
- Вот что называ́ется Норма́ндским завоева́нием.This is what is called the Norman Conquest.
- Прими́ вот э́то лекарство, если заболе́ешь.Take this medicine in case you get sick.
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Michel edited translation 4 months ago.
Michel edited translation 4 months ago.
michel edited usage info and related words 4 months ago.
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