No. 11,803 in Russian
закуски
Snacks or appetizers.
In a sentence
На столе были разные закуски: сыр, орехи и сухофрукты.
On the table there were different snacks: cheese, nuts, and dried fruits.
Here, 'закуски' refers to a variety of small dishes typically served as snacks or appetizers.
Мы заказали закуски перед основным блюдом.
We ordered appetizers before the main course.
In this case, 'закуски' means appetizers or starters, a common culinary term indicating light dishes served before the main meal.
На вечеринке предложили вкусные закуски к напиткам.
At the party, they offered tasty snacks to go with the drinks.
Here, 'закуски' are light food items accompanying drinks, often at social gatherings.
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