No. 12,399 in Russian
касаться
"Касаться" means "to touch" or "to concern."
In a sentence
Этот вопрос касается всех нас.
This question concerns all of us.
In this sentence, 'касаться' is used in the figurative sense of 'to relate to' or 'to concern'. It shows involvement or relevance to the subject.
Не касайся горячей плиты.
Don't touch the hot stove.
Here, 'касаться' is used in its literal sense of 'to touch'. It means to make physical contact with something.
Речь идет о касающихся нас проблемах.
The discussion is about issues that pertain to us.
In this context, 'касаться' is used more formally or abstractly, meaning 'to pertain to' or 'to affect', concerning broader or figurative implications.
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