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brevity is the soul of wit in Russian

brevity is the soul of wit in Russian is кра́ткость — сестра́ таланта.

brevity is the soul of wit in Russian

кра́ткость — сестра́ таланта

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Pronounced: kratkost — sestra talanta

Conciseness of expression is an essential characteristic of astute, perceptive, or witty remarks.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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"brevity is the soul of wit" in Russian is кра́ткость — сестра́ таланта.

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"brevity is the soul of wit" in Russian is кра́ткость — сестра́ таланта, pronounced "kratkost — sestra talanta".

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