No. 15,141 in Russian
положено
"Положено" means "prescribed" or "required by rules."
In a sentence
Всем сотрудникам положено носить форму.
All employees are required to wear a uniform.
Here, 'положено' is used to express what is required or standard according to rules or conventions.
Ему положено повышение за заслуги.
He is entitled to a promotion for his achievements.
In this instance, 'положено' signifies entitlement to something, i.e., what someone deserves or is owed.
Младенцу положено больше спать, чем взрослому.
A baby is supposed to sleep more than an adult.
Here, 'положено' is used to express what is typical or expected based on general norms or biological needs.
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