optional
необязательный
optional
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optional with Russian translation
optional usage examples
Art is an optional subject in our school.
Искусство — необязательный учебный предмет в нашей школе.
You can choose optional modules in the second year.
Во втором году вы можете выбрать необязательные модули.
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optional belongs to the topic "Subjects". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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Participation in the workshop is optional.
Completion of the survey is non-mandatory for members.
A passport is not required for that trip.
Подразумевает выполнение по собственному желанию человека.
Voluntary contributions helped fund the event.
Чаще относится к предметам, курсам или выборам, которые можно выбрать.
You can take an elective course in modern languages.
Означает решение, принимаемое по усмотрению уполномоченного лица — нюанс власти/прав.
The board has discretionary authority to allocate the funds.
Означает совет или рекомендацию — не обязательно, но подразумевается как желательное.
It is recommended to back up your files regularly.
What’s the difference
How is optional 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 optional mean?
optional
How do you pronounce optional?
optional is pronounced as /ˈɒpʃənəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
How is optional used in a sentence?
Art is an optional subject in our school. Translation: Искусство — необязательный учебный предмет в нашей школе.
Is optional part of Subjects vocabulary?
Yes, optional (необязательный) can be learned in the Subjects topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is optional part of Study and Work vocabulary?
Yes, optional (необязательный) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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