No. 29 in Russian
же
The Russian word "же" is a particle used for emphasis, contrast, or to enhance the meaning of a sentence, roughly translating to "the very," "after all," "same," or "indeed" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Почему же ты не пришёл вчера?
Why didn't you come yesterday?
In this instance, "же" is used to intensify the question, adding emphasis or a sense of insistence.
Это тот же человек, которого я видел утром.
This is the same person I saw in the morning.
Here, "же" is used as part of an expression meaning 'the same', clarifying the identity or similarity.
Ну же, поторопитесь, иначе мы опоздаем!
Come on, hurry up, or we will be late!
In this sentence, "же" conveys encouragement or urgency, emphasizing the imperative mood.
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