вспышка

This is the 10762nd most frequent Russian word.


вспышка

Flash; outbreak; flare-up.


In this sentence, 'вспышка' refers to the flash used in photography, indicating a brief bright light used to illuminate the subject.

Фотограф сделал снимок с вспышкой.

The photographer took a picture with a flash.


Here, 'вспышка' signifies an outbreak or sudden occurrence, specifically referring to the rapid spread or increase of an event, like an infection.

Была зарегистрирована вспышка инфекции в городе.

An outbreak of infection was recorded in the city.


In this usage, 'вспышка' describes a sudden intense expression of emotion, particularly anger in this context.

У него была вспышка гнева.

He had an outburst of anger.