слепо́й
slepój
The English word "blind" is translated into Russian as слепо́й (slepój). Wiktionary also lists незря́чий (nezrjáčij).
Meaning: unable to see (adj)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| слепо́й | slepój |
| незря́чий | nezrjáčij |
The word слепо́й is used to describe someone who is unable to see. Like in English, it can also be used figuratively to describe a person who is "blind" to a specific fact or reality.
Which one should you use?
слепо́й is the standard, common and general term for blind. In contrast, незря́чий is a more formal and polite term used to describe someone who is visually impaired or totally blind.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, слепо́й must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The forms are слепо́й (masculine), слепа́я (feminine), слепо́е (neuter) and слепы́е (plural).
How do you pronounce it?
slepój
Did you know?
- In Russian, the word слепо́й is used to describe a 'blind alley' or a dead-end street, known as слепо́й переу́лок.
- The Russian word for 'blindfold' is повя́зка на гла́за, which literally translates to 'a bandage on the eyes'.
- Russian uses the adjective слепо́й to describe 'blind' printing or embossed Braille, but also to refer to a 'blind' impression in paper where there is no ink.
Examples in context
- У него с рождения слепой левый глаз.He has been blind in his left eye since birth.
- Они помогают слепым людям адаптироваться в обществе.They help blind people adapt in society.
- Технологии для незрячих людей существенно развиваются.Technologies for blind people are significantly advancing.
- Незрячие имеют особые навыки в тактильном восприятии.Blind people have special skills in tactile perception.
- Что же это за слепец не видит такой большой собаки?What kind of blind guy can't see such a big dog?
- Слепо́й человек может ориентироваться в городе.Slepoy chelovek mozhet orientirovat'sya v gorode.A blind person can navigate the city.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “blind” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
