прочный
sturdy
strong
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прочный with English translation
прочный usage examples
This bookshelf is sturdy and will hold many heavy books.
Этот книжный шкаф прочный и выдержит много тяжёлых книг.
Choose a sturdy table that won't wobble.
Выберите прочный стол, который не будет шататься.
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прочный belongs to the topic "Rooms and Furniture". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
прочный synonyms
What's the difference between прочный / крепкий / надёжный / долговечный / устойчивый / твёрдый
general term for an item's ability to withstand load and wear
This tent is very sturdy — it holds up well in rain and wind.
Эта палатка очень прочная — под дождём и ветром держится хорошо.
A sturdy chair will support even an adult.
Крепкий стул выдержит и взрослого человека.
about not failing; emphasis on long-term reliability
A reliable backpack is important on a hike — your gear won't get wet or torn.
Надёжный рюкзак важен в походе — в нём вещи не промокнут и не порвутся.
about the ability to retain properties for a long time; emphasis on lifespan
We chose long-lasting solid wood furniture.
Мы выбрали долговечную мебель из массива дерева.
about the ability to maintain position or properties under external forces
This table has a very stable construction — it doesn't wobble.
У этого стола очень устойчивая конструкция — он не шатается.
about density or non-softness of a material; emphasis on structure and firmness
The table has a solid oak tabletop.
У стола твёрдая столешница из дуба.
technical term: resistant to wear from friction and prolonged use
Wear-resistant coating protects the floor from scratches.
Износостойкое покрытие защищает пол от царапин.
about resistance to effects (chemicals, weather, temperament); often used for smells and paints
This paint has a lasting color; it won't fade in the sun.
У этой краски стойкий цвет, он не выгорит на солнце.
about hardness and lack of flexibility; can have negative connotation regarding people or conditions
This mattress is too stiff for me.
Этот матрас слишком жёсткий для меня.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce прочный and what this word means
прочный translation: sturdy. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce прочный
[ˈprot͡ɕnɨj]
прочный translation
sturdy
прочный examples
This bookshelf is sturdy and will hold many heavy books.
прочный transcription
[ˈprot͡ɕnɨj]
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Questions about this word
прочный meaning: what does it mean?
крепкий, выдерживающий большие нагрузки и долговечный
прочный pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
прочный is pronounced as [ˈprot͡ɕnɨj]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
прочный definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
This bookshelf is sturdy and will hold many heavy books. Translation: Этот книжный шкаф прочный и выдержит много тяжёлых книг.
Is прочный part of Rooms and Furniture vocabulary?
Yes, прочный (sturdy) can be learned in the Rooms and Furniture topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is прочный part of Home and Household vocabulary?
Yes, прочный (sturdy) can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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