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How do you say "cupboard" in Russian?
шкафчик
škafčik
In Russian, "cupboard" is шкафчик.
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Pronunciation
Say 'SHKAH-fchik' with stress on the first syllable, where 'fch' is a soft sound combination.
Writing and usage
This 7-letter word uses 'ш', 'к', 'а', 'ф', 'ч', 'и', 'к'. It is a diminutive form of shkaf (cabinet).
Example sentence
Посуда хранится в шкафчике.
Dishes are stored in the cupboard.
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How to remember шкафчик
Shkafchik is a small cupboard or cabinet. The -chik suffix is diminutive, making it feel personal and intimate.
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Questions about шкафчик
How do you say "cupboard" in Russian?
In Russian, "cupboard" is шкафчик. It is a noun.
How is шкафчик written in Russian?
This 7-letter word uses 'ш', 'к', 'а', 'ф', 'ч', 'и', 'к'. It is a diminutive form of shkaf (cabinet).
How is шкафчик used in a sentence?
Use шкафчик as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Посуда хранится в шкафчике. (Dishes are stored in the cupboard.).
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