No. 4,202 in Russian
титан
The Russian word "титан" means "titan" (a person of great strength or influence) or "titanium" (the chemical element).
In a sentence
Этот инженер – настоящий титан своей эпохи.
This engineer is a true titan of his era.
The word "титан" is used figuratively to refer to an extraordinarily talented or capable individual, emphasizing their greatness or outstanding abilities.
В античной мифологии титаны выступали против олимпийцев.
In ancient mythology, the Titans fought against the Olympians.
In this context, "титан" refers to the mythological beings known as Titans from Greek mythology, highlighting the legendary or grand nature of the subjects.
Этот мост сделан из титана, что делает его очень прочным.
This bridge is made of titanium, which makes it very durable.
Here, the word "титан" refers to the chemical element titanium (Ti), known for its strength and lightweight characteristics, used in engineering materials.
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