No. 5,501 in Russian
подрыв
"Подрыв" means "undermining" or "explosion."
In a sentence
Подрыв здания произошел в 5 часов утра.
The demolition of the building occurred at 5 o'clock in the morning.
Here, 'подрыв' denotes an explosion or demolition, indicating a physical event where a building is destroyed using such means.
Этот скандал стал подрывом доверия к руководству.
This scandal undermined trust in the leadership.
In this context, 'подрыв' is used metaphorically to describe the undermining or compromising of trust or faith in organizational leadership.
Не позволяйте никому заниматься подрывом вашей уверенности.
Do not let anyone undermine your confidence.
Here, 'подрыв' is employed figuratively to describe actions aimed at weakening or eroding one's confidence, displaying its use in interpersonal or emotional contexts.
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