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How do you say "orca" in Russian?
касатка
kasatka
In Russian, "orca" is касатка.
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Pronunciation
Say kah-SAHT-ka, with stress on the first syllable. The soft sign (ь) is silent but affects the s sound before it.
Writing and usage
Касатка is built from касать (to touch) and the diminutive suffix -ka, suggesting a 'small toucher.' The soft sign softens the s.
Example sentence
Касатка охотится на рыбу.
The orca hunts for fish.
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How to remember касатка
Касатка has a diminutive ending (-ka) even though orcas are large. Russians might use this term fondly for the sleek striped appearance.
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Questions about касатка
How do you say "orca" in Russian?
In Russian, "orca" is касатка. It is a noun.
How is касатка written in Russian?
Касатка is built from касать (to touch) and the diminutive suffix -ka, suggesting a 'small toucher.' The soft sign softens the s.
How is касатка used in a sentence?
Use касатка as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Касатка охотится на рыбу. (The orca hunts for fish.).
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