Russia

Meanings

1. 1proper nounproper

   A country in eastern Europe and northern Asia, the largest country in the world by area.

   Grammar: Used as a proper noun; no article before it.

   Patterns

   • in Russia
   • to Russia
   • from Russia

   Moscow is the capital of Russia.

   She traveled across Russia by train.

   Russia has a rich history of literature and music.

2. 2proper nounproper

   The government or people of Russia, especially in political contexts.

   Grammar: Often used with a singular or plural verb when referring to the government or team.

   Patterns

   • Russia said
   • Russia has
   • Russia is

   Russia has signed the agreement.

   Russia and China are major trading partners.

   The ambassador from Russia spoke at the meeting.

Common combinations

in Russia

There are many time zones in Russia.

to Russia

They moved to Russia for work.

from Russia

This vodka comes from Russia.

Russia and the West

Relations between Russia and the West have changed.

Synonyms and how they differ

Russian Federation

The official full name of the country, used in formal and legal documents.

Word family

Russian adjective

Relating to Russia, its people, or its language.

Russian noun

A person from Russia, or the language spoken in Russia.

Commonly confused: Russia or Prussia?

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