How is the word сдерживать translated from Russian to English

Не давать себе выразить или сделать что-либо.

To stop yourself from showing or doing something.

verb
English translation
Hold back

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  • Она сдерживала слёзы. She held back her tears.

  • Не сдерживайся, расскажи нам всю историю. Don't hold back, tell us the whole story.

  • Он еле сдерживает смех. He can barely hold back a laugh.

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FAQ about “сдерживать”

How is “сдерживать” translated from Russian?
“сдерживать” translates into English as “Hold back”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “сдерживать” mean?
Meaning of “сдерживать”: Не давать себе выразить или сделать что-либо. In English — “Hold back”.
What part of speech is “сдерживать”?
“сдерживать” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “сдерживать”?
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How can I memorize “сдерживать”?
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