This is the 4274th most frequent Russian word.
аду
The word "аду" is the dative case of "ад" in Russian, meaning "to hell" or "for hell."
Here, 'аду' refers metaphorically to turmoil or a challenging situation, emphasizing its connection to a difficult or suffering-like state.
Он объяснял свои действия, что добавило беды к нашему аду.
He explained his actions, which added woes to our turmoil.
In this context, 'адом' is used in its direct religious or mythological sense, denoting a place of punishment after death.
Страх перед адом остановил его от злодеяния.
The fear of hell stopped him from committing the misdeed.
Here, 'аду' reflects a metaphorical and poetic use, symbolizing an extreme state of trouble.