страх
fear
response to danger
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страх with English translation
страх usage examples
Her fear of water kept her from learning to swim.
Её страх перед водой мешал ей научиться плавать.
They looked at the dark road with a little fear.
Они с небольшим страхом смотрели на тёмную дорогу.
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страх belongs to the topic "Emotions and Feelings". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
страх synonyms
What's the difference between страх / боязнь / тревога / опасение / беспокойство / нервозность
a feeling of fear, often toward a specific object or situation
a reasonable apprehension of possible danger or negative outcome
heightened nervousness, tendency to be tense and anxious
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How to pronounce страх and what this word means
страх means fear. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce страх
[ˈstrax]
страх translation
fear
страх examples
Das laute Geräusch löste Angst aus.
страх transcription
[ˈstrax]
Questions about this word
страх meaning: what does it mean?
эмоция, возникающая при ощущении угрозы жизни
страх pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
страх is pronounced as [ˈstrax]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
страх definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Das laute Geräusch löste Angst aus. Translation: Громкий звук вызвал страх.
Is страх part of Emotions and Feelings vocabulary?
Yes, страх (fear) can be learned in the Emotions and Feelings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is страх part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, страх (fear) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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