This is the 7845th most frequent Russian word.
калибра
The Russian word "калибра" means "caliber," referring to the diameter of a firearm barrel or the quality/measurement of something.
The term 'калибр' is used in its direct meaning referring to the diameter of the bore of a firearm or the size of its projectile.
Этот пистолет имеет калибр 9 миллиметров.
This pistol has a 9-millimeter caliber.
Here, 'калибра' is used metaphorically to describe the quality or level of someone's skill or ability.
Для выполнения этой работы нужны профессионалы высокого калибра.
To perform this work, professionals of a high caliber are needed.
In this example, 'калибра' refers to the specific types or sizes of ammunition stored.