thief in law in Russian

thief in law in Russian is вор в зако́не.

thief in law in Russian

вор в зако́не

noun

Pronounced: vor v zakone

A criminal who is respected, has authority and a high ranking status within the criminal underworld in the old Soviet Union, Russia and the republics that formed the former Soviet Union.

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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”.

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What is "thief in law" in Russian?

"thief in law" in Russian is вор в зако́не.

How do you pronounce вор в зако́не?

"thief in law" in Russian is вор в зако́не, pronounced "vor v zakone".

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