стечь

This is the 17169th most frequent Russian word.


стечь

To flow or drain down.


In this sentence, 'стечь' is used to describe the movement of water flowing off or down a surface.

Вода стекла с крыши после дождя.

The water ran off the roof after the rain.


Here, 'стечь' illustrates the movement or flow of a liquid or force in a direction, specifically into a confined space.

Течение стекло в узкий пролив.

The current flowed into a narrow strait.


In this figurative usage, 'стечь' is used to describe the gathering or movement of many individuals converging at a single point.

Вся толпа стеклась к сцене на площади.

The entire crowd flocked to the stage in the square.