This is the 2292nd most frequent Russian word.
кольца
The Russian word "кольца" translates to "rings" in English.
Here, 'кольцо' refers to a piece of jewelry, showcasing its primary and direct meaning.
У меня на пальце красивое золотое кольцо.
I have a beautiful gold ring on my finger.
In this sentence, 'кольца' indicates the ripples seen on the water, demonstrating a metaphorical or secondary use.
Кольца на воде расходятся все дальше.
The rings on the water keep spreading further.
Here, 'кольцо' describes a circular structure for the road, extending beyond its physical and metaphorical uses into describing spatial arrangements.