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rain on someone's parade in Russian

rain on someone's parade in Russian is ло́жка дёгтя.

rain on someone's parade in Russian

ло́жка дёгтя

verb

Pronounced: lozhka dyogtya

(figuratively) To disappoint or discourage someone by ruining or criticizing their plans or aspirations.

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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 "rain on someone's parade" in Russian?

"rain on someone's parade" in Russian is ло́жка дёгтя.

How do you pronounce ло́жка дёгтя?

"rain on someone's parade" in Russian is ло́жка дёгтя, pronounced "lozhka dyogtya".

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