катастрофа
Translation of катастрофа
disaster
Russian word in Latin letters: katastrofa
Meaning of катастрофа
серьёзное разрушительное событие, причиняющее большой ущерб
serious destructive event
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The storm was a disaster for the farm.
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Шторм стал катастрофой для фермы.
The flood was a terrible disaster.
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Наводнение было ужасной катастрофой.
катастрофа synonyms
What's the difference between катастрофа, бедствие, and трагедия
bookish, often about natural events
stresses human loss and grief
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катастрофа belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena →". Start with a short set of 3 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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катастрофа meaning: what does it mean?
serious destructive event
катастрофа pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
катастрофа is pronounced as [kətɐˈstrofə]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
катастрофа definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The storm was a disaster for the farm. Translation: Шторм стал катастрофой для фермы.
Is катастрофа part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
Yes, катастрофа (disaster) can be learned in the Natural Phenomena topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is катастрофа part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, катастрофа (disaster) can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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