NKVD in Russian

NKVD in Russian is НКВД — NKVD means the People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs — the Soviet interior ministry known for its secret police, forerunner of the KGB.

NKVD in Russian

НКВД

proper noun

Pronounced: NKVD

The People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs — the Soviet interior ministry known for its secret police, forerunner of the KGB

What does "NKVD" mean?

name The People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs — the Soviet interior ministry known for its secret police, forerunner of the KGB.

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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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What is "NKVD" in Russian?

"NKVD" in Russian is НКВД. NKVD means: The People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs — the Soviet interior ministry known for its secret police, forerunner of the KGB.

How do you pronounce НКВД?

"NKVD" in Russian is НКВД, pronounced "NKVD".

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