This is the 11583rd most frequent Russian word.
дьявол
The Russian word "дьявол" translates to "devil" in English.
Metaphorical usage, comparing someone's anger to the fiery nature often associated with the devil.
Он был так зол, что его глаза горели, как глаза дьявола.
He was so angry that his eyes burned like those of the devil.
Literal reference, describing a mythical belief involving the devil.
В старой церкви говорили, что дьявол обитает в подвале.
In the old church, it was said that the devil resides in the basement.
Idiomatic usage, employing the phrase 'the devil is in the details' to illustrate complexities in work.