No. 6,748 in Russian
star
The Russian word "star" (стар) means "old" in English.
In a sentence
На небе сегодня много ярких звёзд.
There are many bright stars in the sky today.
In this sentence, 'звёзд' (stars) refers to celestial bodies in the night sky.
Она стала настоящей звездой после выхода фильма.
She became a real star after the movie was released.
Here, 'звездой' (star) is used metaphorically to refer to a person of notable fame.
Я увидел падающую звезду и загадал желание.
I saw a falling star and made a wish.
In this context, 'звезду' (star) references a celestial body, specifically a meteor, often associated with making wishes.
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