wiry in Russian
wiry in Russian is жи́листый, поджа́рый — wiry means lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
wiry in Russian
жи́листый
Pronounced: zhilistyy
Thin, muscular and flexible.
поджа́рый
Pronounced: podzharyy
Thin, muscular and flexible.
What does "wiry" mean?
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adj Lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
"The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance."
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adj Resembling wire in texture, especially stiff or springy hair or fur.
"The terrier had a coarse, wiry coat that needed regular brushing."
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wiry in a sentence
- The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance.
- Despite his wiry frame, he could lift far more than expected.
- The terrier had a coarse, wiry coat that needed regular brushing.
- His wiry gray hair stuck out in every direction.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "wiry" in Russian?
"wiry" in Russian is жи́листый, поджа́рый. wiry means: Lean and muscular, with visible strength rather than bulk.
How do you pronounce жи́листый?
"wiry" in Russian is жи́листый, pronounced "zhilistyy".
How do you use "wiry" in a sentence?
Example: "The marathon runner had a wiry build that seemed built for endurance." In Russian, "wiry" is жи́листый, поджа́рый.
Are there other ways to say "wiry" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "wiry": жи́листый, поджа́рый.
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