лишний

This is the 12973rd most frequent Russian word.


лишний

Unnecessary; extra; redundant.


The word 'лишний' here means 'extra' or 'surplus,' describing something that is above what is necessary.

У меня оказался лишний билет на концерт.

I ended up with an extra ticket for the concert.


In this context, 'лишний' conveys the meaning of 'unnecessary' or redundant, referring to something that doesn't belong or fit.

Эта деталь кажется здесь лишней.

This part seems unnecessary here.


Here, 'лишний' is used to mean 'additional' or more than what is needed, implying that the surplus isn't helpful or desired.

Мне не нужно лишних объяснений.

I don't need extra explanations.