periphrasis in Russian
periphrasis in Russian is перифра́з, перифра́за.
periphrasis in Russian
перифра́з
Pronounced: perifraz
The use of a longer expression instead of a shorter one with a similar meaning, for example "I am going to" instead of "I will".
перифра́за
Pronounced: perifraza
The use of a longer expression instead of a shorter one with a similar meaning, for example "I am going to" instead of "I will".
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What is "periphrasis" in Russian?
"periphrasis" in Russian is перифра́з, перифра́за.
How do you pronounce перифра́з?
"periphrasis" in Russian is перифра́з, pronounced "perifraz".
Are there other ways to say "periphrasis" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "periphrasis": перифра́з, перифра́за.
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