No. 11,877 in Russian
заповедник
Nature reserve.
In a sentence
Этот заповедник является домом для многих редких видов животных.
This nature reserve is home to many rare animal species.
In this sentence, "заповедник" refers to a protected area for conserving wildlife.
В заповеднике запрещено разводить костры, чтобы избежать пожаров.
It is prohibited to build fires in the reserve to prevent wildfires.
Here, "заповедник" is used to indicate a place with strict regulations for protective reasons.
Мы отправились в поход в заповедник, чтобы насладиться природой.
We went on a hike in the preserve to enjoy nature.
In this instance, "заповедник" signifies a location designated for nature enthusiasts to explore while preserving the environment.
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