No. 11,009 in Russian
гвардия
"Гвардия" translates to "guard" or "elite military unit" in English.
In a sentence
Королевская гвардия охраняет дворец.
The royal guard is guarding the palace.
In this sentence, "гвардия" refers to a group of trained soldiers responsible for protecting an important entity, such as a monarch or a governmental institution.
Он стал капитаном гвардии после долгих лет службы.
He became a captain of the guard after many years of service.
Here, "гвардия" signifies a specific military unit with a proud history and tradition.
Революционная гвардия сыграла ключевую роль в свержении старого режима.
The revolutionary guard played a key role in overthrowing the old regime.
In this context, "гвардия" is used to describe an organized group or force with a special mission or purpose, often associated with a political or revolutionary movement.
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