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How is the word постигать translated from Russian to English

Случаться с кем-либо, обычно о плохом.

To happen to someone, usually something bad.

verb
English translation
Befall

Examples with “постигать”

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  • Деревню постигла ужасная участь. — A terrible fate befell the village.

  • Пусть в дороге тебя не постигнет никакая беда. — May no harm befall you on the road.

  • Какие бы неудачи нас ни постигали, мы идём дальше. — Whatever misfortunes befall us, we keep going.

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FAQ about “постигать”

How is “постигать” translated from Russian?
“постигать” translates into English as “Befall”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “постигать” mean?
Meaning of “постигать”: Случаться с кем-либо, обычно о плохом. In English — “Befall”.
What part of speech is “постигать”?
“постигать” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “постигать”?
Example sentences with “постигать” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “постигать”?
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