Слава матушке России
Slava matushke Rossii
The English phrase "all hail mother russia" is expressed in Russian as Слава матушке России (Slava matushke Rossii).
This phrase is a patriotic exclamation used to express glory and deep respect for the nation of Russia.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "Glory to mother Russia".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
This phrase has a high, solemn and patriotic register, which is often used in formal or nationalistic contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
In this expression, the word матушке is the dative case of матушка (mother), used to indicate the recipient of the glory.
How do you pronounce it?
Slava matushke Rossii
Did you know?
- The word матушка is a diminutive and affectionate form of мать, meaning 'mother'. While 'mother' can sound quite literal, using the diminutive form adds a layer of deep, emotional, and almost spiritual reverence to the phrase.
- The word Слава is a building block for many traditional Russian names, such as 'Vyacheslav' or 'Stanislav', where it functions as the suffix meaning 'glory'.
- The term матушка was historically used as a respectful address for older women or women of high status, not just biological mothers.
Examples in context
- Мы поём: Слава матушке России.My poyom: Slava matushke Rossii.We sing: All hail mother Russia.
- Слава матушке России и её народу.Slava matushke Rossii i yeyo narodu.All hail mother Russia and her people.
Example conversation
Maria and Sergey are watching a patriotic parade.
- Мария MariaПосмотри на этот флаг! Слава матушке России!Posmotri na etot flag! Slava matushke Rossii!Look at that flag! All hail Mother Russia!
- Сергей SergeyДа, это очень вдохновляющее зрелище.Da, eto ochen' vdokhnovlyayushchee zrelishche.Yes, it is a very inspiring sight.
- Мария MariaЯ чувствую огромную гордость за нашу страну.Ya chuvstvuyu ogromnuyu gordost' za nashu stranu.I feel immense pride for our country.
- Сергей SergeyЯ согласен, Слава матушке России!Ya soglasen, Slava matushke Rossii!I agree, all hail Mother Russia!
