нависает

This is the 13371st most frequent Russian word.


нависает

"Нависает" means "hangs over" or "looms."


Here, 'нависает' is used to describe an ominous presence or something hanging threateningly over a location, showcasing its spatial and figurative usage.

Тёмное облако нависает над городом.

A dark cloud looms over the city.


In this case, 'нависает' functions metaphorically to suggest an abstract feeling or emotion enveloping an environment.

Тревога нависает в воздухе перед началом экзамена.

A sense of anxiety hangs in the air before the exam starts.


Here, 'нависает' is used literally to describe a physical structure's position over another, emphasizing potential danger or dominance.

Скала, казалось, нависает над тропой, грозя обрушиться.

The cliff seemed to hang over the trail, threatening to collapse.