No. 129 in Russian
сделать
"To do" or "to make."
In a sentence
Я могу сделать это завтра.
I can do it tomorrow.
Here, 'сделать' means 'to do' or 'to complete' an action or task.
Мы решили сделать ремонт в квартире.
We decided to renovate the apartment.
In this context, 'сделать' conveys the idea of undertaking or initiating an activity or project, namely the renovation.
Ты можешь сделать мне одолжение?
Can you do me a favor?
Here, 'сделать' is used to describe performing an action as a favor or assistance to someone else.
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