No. 11,925 in Russian
заслуга
"Заслуга" means "merit" or "achievement."
In a sentence
Это его заслуга, что проект был завершен в срок.
It is his merit that the project was completed on time.
In this sentence, 'заслуга' refers to the credit or achievement attributed to someone for their contributions.
Он долго трудился ради этой заслуги.
He worked hard for this achievement.
Here, 'заслуга' means an accomplishment or achievement attained through effort.
Заслуги ученого были признаны международным сообществом.
The merits of the scientist were recognized by the international community.
In this context, 'заслуги' (plural of 'заслуга') indicates the acknowledged contributions or achievements of the individual.
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