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No. 13,530 in Russian

настоящей

The Russian word "настоящей" means "real," "genuine," or "true" (feminine form, instrumental or dative case).

In a sentence

  • Это была настоящей дружбой.

    It was true friendship.

    Here, "настоящей" is used as an adjective to describe "дружбой" (instrumental case), indicating sincerity or authenticity.

  • Мы находимся на настоящей грани перемен.

    We stand at the real brink of change.

    In this sentence, "настоящей" describes "грани" (locative case), suggesting a genuine or actual state.

  • Он стал настоящей легендой.

    He became a true legend.

    Here, "настоящей" is used to qualify "легендой" (instrumental case), emphasizing authenticity or unquestionable notoriety.

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