dark
тёмный
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dark with Russian translation
dark usage examples
The attic is dark even in the afternoon, so we need a lamp.
Чердак тёмный даже днём, поэтому нам нужна лампа.
She chose dark curtains to help keep the plants warm at night.
Она выбрала тёмные шторы, чтобы растения не замёрзли ночью.
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dark belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
dark synonyms
Related words worth learning together
кромешно тёмный (совсем без света)
It was pitch-dark in the cave.
She wore a black coat.
мрачный (угрюмый, печальный)
It was a gloomy, rainy day.
сумрачный (полумрак)
The garden had a dusky glow.
затемнённый тенями (неясный)
A shadowy figure stood by the gate.
мутный, тёмный и нечёткий
The water was murky and cold.
мрачный, строгий
The ceremony had a somber tone.
тенистый; сомнительный (двойное значение)
We sat under a shady tree.
The sky was overcast all day.
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How is dark different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
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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Questions about this word
What does dark mean?
low light level
How do you pronounce dark?
dark is pronounced as /ˈdɑːk/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
How is dark used in a sentence?
The attic is dark even in the afternoon, so we need a lamp. Translation: Чердак тёмный даже днём, поэтому нам нужна лампа.
Is dark part of Garden and plants vocabulary?
Yes, dark (тёмный) can be learned in the Garden and plants topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is dark part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?
Yes, dark (тёмный) can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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