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No. 14,675 in Russian

перерыв

"Перерыв" means "break" or "pause."

In a sentence

  • У нас сейчас перерыв на обед.

    We currently have a lunch break.

    Here 'перерыв' is used to indicate a break from activity, specifically for having lunch.

  • Перерыв в бою дал солдатам время на отдых.

    The break in the battle gave the soldiers time to rest.

    In this sentence, 'перерыв' refers to a pause in an ongoing event, providing a moment of respite.

  • Перерыв между семестрами длится две недели.

    The break between semesters lasts for two weeks.

    The word 'перерыв' here signifies an interval or pause separating two distinct time periods.

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