This is the 6287th most frequent Russian word.
упали
"Упали" means "fell" in English.
The word 'упали' is used to describe the act of falling, specifically referring to leaves dropping from trees to the ground.
Осенью листья упали на землю.
In autumn, leaves fell to the ground.
Here, 'упали' is employed metaphorically to indicate a decrease in prices, showcasing its figurative usage linked to decline.
Цены на продукты резко упали на этой неделе.
The prices of groceries sharply dropped this week.
In this example, 'упали' directly implies a physical fall happening to the children during play.