чесно́к
česnókmasculine
Garlic in Russian is чесно́к (česnók).
The word чесно́к refers to the garlic plant. You may also encounter the term Чесночница, which refers to a specific container or vessel designed to store garlic.
Meaning: plant (noun)
Which one should you use?
While чесно́к is the standard term, Чесночок is a diminutive form used in more casual contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The standard form чесно́к is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
česnók
Did you know?
- In Russian, a single clove of garlic is called зубчик, which literally translates to 'little tooth'.
- In Russian folklore, чесно́к is used as a powerful protective charm against vampires and the 'evil eye' and is often kept in a pocket or hung in a house for luck.
- In traditional Russian cuisine, чесно́к is a central ingredient in 'Salo', cured pork fat, which is often stored in salt and garlic for months.
Examples in context
- Пожалуйста, дайте мне чеснок.Please give me some garlic.
- Сколько стоит чеснок?How much does the garlic cost?
- Я предпочитаю с чесноком.I prefer it with garlic.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “garlic” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
