No. 163 in Russian
главы
The Russian word "главы" means "heads" (leaders) or "chapters," depending on context.
In a sentence
Главы государства обсудили важные вопросы международного сотрудничества.
The heads of state discussed important issues of international cooperation.
In this sentence, 'главы' refers to 'heads' as leaders of entities, specifically nations.
Мы прочитали первые три главы книги перед сном.
We read the first three chapters of the book before going to bed.
Here, 'главы' denotes 'chapters' in a literary work, signifying sections or divisions of text.
Главы компании приняли решение сократить расходы.
The heads of the company decided to reduce expenses.
In this case, 'главы' means 'heads' as leaders or managers of an organization or company.
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