No. 17,258 in Russian
судьей
The Russian word "судьей" means "judge" (instrumental case).
In a sentence
Он стал судьей после долгих лет учебы.
He became a judge after many years of study.
Here, 'судьей' (judge) is used as a predicate nominative indicating the profession or role acquired.
Ему предложили работу судьей в городском суде.
He was offered a job as a judge in the city court.
In this example, 'судьей' is used nominally referring to the profession or position being offered.
Мы обсуждали его опыт работы судьей.
We discussed his experience working as a judge.
The word 'судьей' here refers to the capacity in which the person worked, emphasizing their role.
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