How is the word дрейфовать translated from Russian to English

Медленно двигаться, увлекаемым водой или ветром.

To move slowly, carried by water or air.

verb
English translation
Drift

Examples with “дрейфовать”

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  • Лодка дрейфовала к берегу. The boat drifted toward the shore.

  • Машина застряла в сугробе. The car got stuck in a snow drift.

  • Пустые бутылки днями дрейфуют по течению. Empty bottles drift along the current for days.

  • Сугробы песка засыпали дорогу. Drifts of sand had covered the road.

  • Дай лодке немного подрейфовать, а потом садись на вёсла. Let the boat drift a little before you take the oars.

  • Насколько глубок тот сугроб у калитки? How deep is that drift by the gate?

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FAQ about “дрейфовать”

How is “дрейфовать” translated from Russian?
“дрейфовать” translates into English as “Drift”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “дрейфовать” mean?
Meaning of “дрейфовать”: Медленно двигаться, увлекаемым водой или ветром. In English — “Drift”.
What part of speech is “дрейфовать”?
“дрейфовать” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “дрейфовать”?
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How can I memorize “дрейфовать”?
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