No. 3,268 in Russian
определенный
"Определенный" means "definite" or "specific."
In a sentence
У него определенный талант в рисовании.
He has a certain talent for drawing.
In this use, 'определенный' is employed to describe an unspecified but distinct quality or characteristic.
Я ищу книгу с определенными критериями.
I am looking for a book with specific criteria.
Here, 'определенный' signifies particular or distinct attributes that help narrow the search.
Для успеха нужно определенное планирование.
To achieve success, specific planning is necessary.
In this instance, 'определенное' is used to denote focused and deliberate planning that is required.
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