No. 257 in Russian
касается
"Pertains to" or "relates to."
In a sentence
Что касается климата, наш регион имеет мягкую погоду.
Regarding the climate, our region has mild weather.
Here, "касается" is used to introduce a topic or subject of discussion, translating to 'regarding' or 'concerning'.
Эта проблема касается всех нас.
This issue concerns all of us.
In this sentence, "касается" conveys relevancy or impact upon someone or something, translated as 'concerns' or 'affects'.
Не касайся картины руками.
Do not touch the painting with your hands.
Here, "касается" and its derivative are used in the literal sense, describing physical contact, translated as 'touch'.
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