No. 2,066 in Russian
звезда
"Star" (a celestial body or a celebrity).
In a sentence
Эта звезда сияет ярче всех на ночном небе.
This star shines the brightest in the night sky.
The word 'звезда' here refers to an astronomical star, emphasizing its brightness and prominence in the night sky.
Она стала настоящей звездой после выхода ее последнего фильма.
She became a real star after the release of her latest movie.
In this usage, 'звезда' metaphorically represents fame and recognition in the context of the entertainment industry.
Звезда на елке была сделана из красивого стекла.
The star on the Christmas tree was made of beautiful glass.
Here, 'звезда' refers to a decorative star-shaped ornament, commonly used to adorn Christmas trees.
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