"Baby" is a word that has Church Slavonic origin, which means that it appeared in Russian in ancient times. It is also interesting to consider because it is used both literally and figuratively. Further on who this baby is will be described in detail. And also the etymology of this lexeme will be considered, examples of sentences with it and synonyms are given
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In this article we will look at the verb "to gnaw". It has several lexical meanings that you need to learn. To consolidate the information, we will give examples of the use of this word in sentences so that knowledge is better absorbed
Bread has long been considered sacred. He was highly regarded and treated with the utmost respect. Since ancient times, dear guests were greeted with bread and s alt. The loaf was baked for the wedding. Without him, the celebration was considered incomplete. In this article we will talk about the word "granary". It is directly related to bread. We will indicate its lexical meaning, give examples of sentences
The pool is a dead place. It poses a great danger to humans. The article tells what a whirlpool is, how it arises and what is its danger. To consolidate information, this word is used in sentences. Additionally, stable combinations with the word "pool" are indicated
Some people really don't like to work. Their favorite pastime is doing nothing. The article presents the interpretation of the noun "parasite". It also indicates how to use this noun in sentences. Examples of synonyms are given
Parma - this word has many meanings. They can refer to the geography of Russia and foreign countries, as well as to sports, humor, the press, nature, and even ancient Roman weapons. Most often it is associated with the province and the city of the same name in northern Italy
Some words seem too strange for native Russian speakers. Meanwhile, they denote completely everyday, everyday concepts. It's just that within the framework of youth culture they penetrated into modern slang. The article will help to understand the origin of the term "sold out"
Really, a person does not need much to live. However, modern society dictates its own rules, so every day the list of must-have things for every self-respecting citizen is updated. What it is? Read the article and find out
It is impossible to read all the books or watch all the movies. Every day they release new songs, compose bestsellers, put on original theatrical performances. So that a person can choose the right one for himself, they came up with a preview. Easy-to-follow format. Do you want to know more about it? Read the article
The ability to draw up a sentence diagram is a basic skill in grade 1, and therefore it is important to understand how to do it. If it so happened that you don’t know or don’t remember how to do it, you just need to read this article to figure it out
Church gives a believer the opportunity to come to terms with himself and with the world around him while praying with other parishioners. But if there is no opportunity to visit the temple, the evangelism will help to feel the involvement in the service. What is the peculiarity of this bell ringing? Find the answers in the article
There are only two cases in English. How are they formed in singular and plural? How to pronounce words in the possessive case? What are the main features of possessive forms?
It is important not only to write words correctly, but also to be able to pronounce them correctly. Speaking is just as important as writing. This article explains how to pronounce the word "snooze". Its stressed vowel is indicated, the interpretation and examples of use are given
How long can a person stay within the bounds of decorum? Many immodest, intimate topics arouse sincere interest, a desire to discuss or even ridicule them. Therefore, creativity is born, called obscene. To better understand the term, read the article
Hindi is an Indo-European language of the Indo-Aryan group, spoken mainly in northern and central parts of India. It is spoken by about 437 million people in the world. It is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world and is of particular interest to linguists around the world
A foreign tourist, coming to Russia, sometimes hardly understands the speech of the indigenous population, even if he knows Russian. And it's not just about the pronunciation of words. Some phraseological units, often used by the inhabitants of Russia, shock visiting guests. This article will consider the meaning of the phraseological unit "precipitate"
There are many controversial points in modern Russian. Among them is the question of how to write correctly: “in Ukraine” or “in Ukraine”. In connection with the conflict between Ukraine and the Russian Federation that began in 2014, the politicians of both countries are actively speculating on this. However, if we abstract from all this and focus on linguistics, what is the correct preposition to use? Let's figure it out
Love chemistry or just want to know more about this fascinating science? Then you simply must have an idea about such an important term as a functional group. Moreover, both organic and inorganic compounds. In the article you will find not only a definition, but also information about the role of such groups in chemistry
As you know, there are many different abbreviations. Many of them are understandable at first glance, since they are deciphered only in a single version. However, there are also such abbreviations that are difficult to guess, especially if they mean several things at once. For example, the abbreviation AKB is a term that simultaneously refers to completely different areas and is also deciphered in different ways
The expression "circle around your finger" is still widely used, although few people know where it came from. We will consider both the meaning of phraseology and its history, especially since the legends about the emergence of a stable speech turnover are fascinating. And over time, it's already so difficult to distinguish truth from fiction
Is it possible to learn two languages at the same time? What problems do those who want to know several languages face? Where can you find the time and motivation to study? What is required in the process of learning languages? How to avoid confusion when learning several languages at once? You will learn about it in this article
What is the meaning of the word "novelist"? It seems to everyone that everything is clear and understandable with this term. Perhaps something to do with novels? Yes, you are right, but do not rush to conclusions. This term has three meanings. And they are all very different in meaning. Let's take a look at them
In everyday life, one can often hear such words as "correct" and "correct" in their various variations. But what does this word mean? If you are interested, but at hand, what a shame, there was not a single explanatory dictionary, then you have come to the right place. So what do these words mean?
In everyday life, you can often hear the word "elegant" addressed to someone or something. This word is not new for most Russian-speaking peoples, but only a small part of people will be able to give it a correct definition. Who and what is characterized by the word "elegant"? What is its meaning? If you don’t have Ozhegov’s thick dictionary lying around at home, then sit back comfortably. This article will answer both of these questions
"No hitch" (or "no hitch") is what people say about a job well done. Today we will analyze the meaning, history, synonyms and examples of the use of phraseological units
In the article we will talk about the correct spelling of prefixes such as half- and semi- with words of various kinds. What is the difference between these attachments? What are the rules? Many are interested in how the prefixes half-, half- are written with words. Most do not know or do not remember these rules for correct spelling
What are the synonyms for the adjective "high"? How can this word be replaced? The article presents synonyms for the adjective "high", as well as the interpretation of this word. It is indicated in what context it is worth using synonyms
Sign speech of the deaf is an independent artificial language. Although it appeared in history a long time ago, its active development began only a couple of centuries ago. It is noteworthy that there are many sign languages
The English language is full of rules for the special use of words in a sentence. But not only learning grammar can be difficult, but also new vocabulary, especially if it's an irregular verb wear. Beginners to learn a language are often confused in choosing the correct form of a word. Often this happens if there are several grammatical tenses in a sentence. If the sentence is constructed in the simple present tense, then the verb must be chosen one, and if in the past, then the other
German is part of the Romano-Germanic group of languages along with English and French. Many of the principles for constructing sentences are similar. But there is an exception to every rule. The German language has its own characteristics and differences. This applies to the verbs haben and sein in German. They are the most common and commonly used
Many people think that English is easy to learn because it is based on Latin. The peculiarity lies in the ease of use of grammatical rules. In turn, students know that, despite its apparent simplicity, the language is full of features and sometimes illogical patterns. Such properties most often include grammatical rules that are complex at first glance and irregular verbs
The colloquial word "lahudra" has several meanings that a modern native Russian speaker does not know about. In this article we will try to understand the meanings of the word "lahudra", as well as in relation to whom it can be used
"Squeezed lemon" - people hear and ask themselves, what kind of condition is this? Does it refer to the body or the spirit? Today we will analyze what it is, as well as how to overcome the state of a squeezed lemon
In Odessa anecdotes and songs, the idiom "azokhen wei" is found. What does it mean in translation, when and in what cases is it used and how many meanings does it have. Examples
What is a distress call? Why is it called "SOS"? Explanation of the abbreviation in English, history and examples of its application
Present Perfect Passive is the present perfect passive tense. It is used in English to focus attention on an object that has undergone some kind of change or influence from
How to distinguish the present simple from the past simple, what to choose for a story about experienced adventures, and what to describe a sequence of actions? What is better to use when talking about situations that have just happened?
The present continuous in English is used for actions that are not completed at the moment of speech. If I'm running right now or waiting for the tram, then I'll need it to tell others what I'm doing
Present perfect and present perfect continius cover all actions that relate to both the present and the future. They allow you to focus on the current moment and a short period of time before it
Future Simple is one of the simplest tenses in English grammar. Regardless of the complexity of the utterance, the main verb remains the same. Example sentences help you understand when it is appropriate to use the simple future tense and how to express it better