быть
are
форма глагола «быть» для множественного числа настоящего времени
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быть synonyms
What's the difference between быть / находиться / являться / существовать / иметься / называться
to be located in a place; indicates location
to be something in essence or by status; often formal/bookish
to be available or present; often impersonal
to be called by a certain name or term
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How to pronounce быть and what this word means
быть means are. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce быть
[bɨtʲ]
быть translation
are
быть examples
Wir sind heute früh dran.
быть transcription
[bɨtʲ]
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быть meaning: what does it mean?
форма глагола «быть» для множественного числа настоящего времени
быть pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
быть is pronounced as [bɨtʲ]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
быть definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Wir sind heute früh dran. Translation: Сегодня мы рано.
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