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How is the word а translated from Russian to English

Соединяет части предложения, слегка противопоставляя их.

Joins two parts of a sentence with a mild contrast.

conjunction
English translation
but

Examples with “а”

See how the word “а” is used in sentences

  • Он остался дома, а я ушёл. — He stayed home, but I left.

  • Я позвонил заранее, а ответа так и не получил. — I called in advance, but never got an answer.

  • Хотел уйти, а пришлось задержаться до вечера. — I wanted to leave, but had to stay until evening.

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FAQ about “а”

How is “а” translated from Russian?
“а” translates into English as “but”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “а” mean?
Meaning of “а”: Соединяет части предложения, слегка противопоставляя их. In English — “but”.
How do you pronounce “а”?
The transcription of “а” is [a]. Listen to the pronunciation right here, and hear any other word in the VibeLing app.
What part of speech is “а”?
“а” is a conjunction.
Where can I see examples with “а”?
Example sentences with “а” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “а”?
Add “а” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.