Brave - translation, pronunciation and examples
brave
showing courage
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When to use brave
Смелый альпинист продолжил подъём в гору, даже когда погода ухудшилась.
Её смелое решение высказаться изменило исход для всей команды.
brave usage examples
Смелый альпинист продолжил подъём в гору, даже когда погода ухудшилась.
The brave climber continued up the mountain even when the weather worsened.
Её смелое решение высказаться изменило исход для всей команды.
Her brave decision to speak up changed the outcome for the whole team.
Similar words
basic term for showing courage or facing danger
highlights willingness to take risks; often admired or adventurous
stresses lack of fear; can be literal or figurative
literary/formal; means fearless and adventurous
informal, often British; brave in a spirited, persistent way
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brave synonyms
What's the difference between brave / daring / fearless / intrepid / plucky / bold
basic term for showing courage or facing danger
The firefighters were brave when they saved the family.
Пожарные были смелыми, когда спасали семью.
highlights willingness to take risks; often admired or adventurous
The climbers made a daring ascent of the cliff.
Альпинисты совершили дерзкий/смелый подъём на скалу.
stresses lack of fear; can be literal or figurative
She was fearless in confronting the issue.
Она была бесстрашной, сталкиваясь с этой проблемой.
literary/formal; means fearless and adventurous
The intrepid explorer crossed the frozen tundra.
Неустрашимый исследователь пересёк замёрзлую тундру.
informal, often British; brave in a spirited, persistent way
She was a plucky little girl who never gave up.
Она была отважной (храброй) маленькой девочкой, которая никогда не сдавалась.
He made a bold move by quitting his job.
Он совершил смелый (решительный) поступок, уволившись с работы.
formal or literary word for showing bravery often in battle or struggle
They made a valiant effort to save the town.
Они проявили доблестные усилия, чтобы спасти город.
implies actions worthy of a hero; often grand or exceptional
Their heroic rescue saved dozens of lives.
Их героическое спасение спасло десятки жизней.
old-fashioned or formal; implies chivalry, politeness, or bravery
He was gallant in defending the honour of the village.
Он был доблестен, защищая честь деревни.
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How to pronounce brave and what this word means
brave translation: смелый. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce brave
/ˈbreɪv/
brave translation
смелый
brave examples
The brave climber continued up the mountain even when the weather worsened.
brave transcription
/ˈbreɪv/, /ˈbreɪv/
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Questions about this word
brave meaning: what does it mean?
showing courage
brave pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
brave is pronounced as /ˈbreɪv/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
brave definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The brave climber continued up the mountain even when the weather worsened. Translation: Смелый альпинист продолжил подъём в гору, даже когда погода ухудшилась.
Is brave part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
Yes, brave (смелый) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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