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propel in Russian

propel in Russian is дви́гать, продвига́ть — propel means to push or drive something forward.

propel in Russian

дви́гать
verb
Pronounced: dvigat
(transitive) To provide an impetus for motion or physical action; to cause to move in a certain direction; to drive or push forward.
продвига́ть
verb
Pronounced: prodvigat
(transitive) To provide an impetus for motion or physical action; to cause to move in a certain direction; to drive or push forward.

What does "propel" mean?

  1. verb To push or drive something forward.
    "When it had advanced from the wood, it hopped much after the fashion of a kangaroo, using its hind feet and tail to propel it, and when it stood erect, it sat upon its tail."
  2. verb To drive someone toward a particular outcome or change.
    "Her debut album propelled her to overnight fame."
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propel in a sentence

  • When it had advanced from the wood, it hopped much after the fashion of a kangaroo, using its hind feet and tail to propel it, and when it stood erect, it sat upon its tail.
  • The engine propels the boat through the water at high speed.
  • Her debut album propelled her to overnight fame.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "propel" in Russian?
"propel" in Russian is дви́гать, продвига́ть. propel means: To push or drive something forward.
How do you pronounce дви́гать?
"propel" in Russian is дви́гать, pronounced "dvigat".
How do you use "propel" in a sentence?
Example: "The engine propels the boat through the water at high speed." In Russian, "propel" is дви́гать, продвига́ть.
Are there other ways to say "propel" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "propel": дви́гать, продвига́ть.
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