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old wives' tale in Russian

old wives' tale in Russian is бабьи сказки.

old wives' tale in Russian

бабьи сказки

noun

Pronounced: babi skazki

A rumour, myth or superstition; something which is almost certainly untrue, despite acceptance by many.

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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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What is "old wives' tale" in Russian?

"old wives' tale" in Russian is бабьи сказки.

How do you pronounce бабьи сказки?

"old wives' tale" in Russian is бабьи сказки, pronounced "babi skazki".

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