No. 3,409 in Russian
правитель
Ruler; governor; leader.
In a sentence
Царь был справедливым правителем.
The tsar was a just ruler.
The word 'правитель' here refers to the monarch in power, highlighting their role as the leader of a nation.
Город был защищён мудрым правителем.
The city was protected by a wise ruler.
In this context, 'правитель' describes a local or regional leader responsible for governance and protection.
Правитель племени решил установить мир с соседями.
The chieftain decided to establish peace with the neighbors.
Here, 'правитель' refers to the leader of a smaller group, such as a tribe, focusing on their executive decision-making role.
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