This is the 17294th most frequent Russian word.
сходам
"Сходам" translates to "immediately" or "at once" in English.
Here, 'сходам' refers to 'ascent' or 'movement downwards a path or slope, often used for mountain expeditions.
Я уже приготовился к сходам в горы.
I am already prepared for the mountain ascent.
In this instance, 'сходам' indicates a direction or process of moving downwards, applied to terrain navigation.
На сходах он потерял равновесие.
He lost his balance on the descent.
Here 'сходах' is used in the context of 'gatherings' or 'group meetings,' outlining its usage in social contexts.