compact
компактный
small and space-saving
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compact with Russian translation
compact usage examples
Компактная камера помещается в карман моего пальто.
The compact camera fits into my coat pocket.
Они выбрали компактную посудомойку для маленькой кухни.
They chose a compact dishwasher for the small kitchen.
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compact belongs to the topic "Adjectives". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
compact synonyms
Related words worth learning together
designed to use less space; emphasizes saving room
A space-saving bookshelf fits into the narrow hallway.
The portable speaker is light and easy to take camping.
shaped or designed to reduce resistance or simplified for efficiency; emphasizes sleekness or optimization
The new model is more streamlined and uses less material.
performing well with minimal waste of time or resources; emphasizes effectiveness
An efficient layout reduces walking time between workstations.
This pocket knife is very handy for small repairs.
What’s the difference
How is compact 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
compact meaning: what does it mean?
small and space-saving
compact pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
compact is pronounced as /ˈkɒmpækt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
compact definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The compact camera fits into my coat pocket. Translation: Компактная камера помещается в карман моего пальто.
Is compact part of Adjectives vocabulary?
Yes, compact (компактный) can be learned in the Adjectives topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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