No. 1,148 in Russian
республикой
The Russian word "республикой" translates to "republic" in English and is used in the instrumental case.
In a sentence
Россия управляется как республикой.
Russia is governed as a republic.
In this sentence, 'республикой' is used to describe the form of governance, indicating that Russia operates through a system akin to a republic.
Мы гордимся нашей республикой.
We are proud of our republic.
Here, 'республикой' refers to a specific republic, showing pride and connection to one's nation or state structured as a republic.
Республикой может считаться государство с выборным главой.
A state with an elected leader can be considered a republic.
In this example, 'республикой' defines a type of state characterized by having an elected leader, explaining a fundamental characteristic of a republic.
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