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pencil

карандаш

Meaning of pencil

graphite writing tool

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EN-UK/ˈpɛnsəl/
EN-US/ˈpɛnsəl/
RU[kərɐnˈdaʂ]
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pencil with Russian translation

pencil usage examples

🇺🇸en-US🇷🇺ru

Sharpen the pencil before you start the test.

Заточи карандаш перед тем, как начать тест.

🇺🇸en-US🇷🇺ru

I keep a pencil and notebook on my desk.

Я держу карандаш и тетрадь на столе.

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pencil belongs to the topic "Study Supplies". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

pencil
карандаш
student
exam
homework
answer questions
ask questions
desk

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основной нейтральный термин — пишущий инструмент с грифелем

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I need a pencil to write a note.

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What does pencil mean?

graphite writing tool

How do you pronounce pencil?

pencil is pronounced as /ˈpɛnsəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

How is pencil used in a sentence?

Sharpen the pencil before you start the test. Translation: Заточи карандаш перед тем, как начать тест.

Is pencil part of Study Supplies vocabulary?

Yes, pencil (карандаш) can be learned in the Study Supplies topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is pencil part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, pencil (карандаш) 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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