гра́ция
grácijafeminine
The English word grace can be translated into Russian as гра́ция (grácija) or изя́щество, depending on the context.
Meaning: elegant movement, poise or balance (noun)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| гра́ция | grácija | feminine |
| изя́щество | izjáščestvo | neuter |
Both words refer to the concept of grace, but they are used in different contexts. гра́ция refers to elegant movement, poise or balance. изя́щество refers to a sense of refinement, delicacy or elegance in style and form.
Which one should you use?
гра́ция is typically used to describe physical elegance, poise or the aesthetic quality of movement. In contrast, изя́щество is often used to describe a more abstract sense of refinement, delicacy or elegance in style and form.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
гра́ция is a feminine noun, while изя́щество is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
grácija
Did you know?
- In Russian, to express 'grace under pressure', one would not use a word for elegance, but rather вы́держка, which literally means 'holding' or 'endurance'.
- The word изя́щество comes from a root meaning 'to be thin' or 'slender', reflecting an old cultural ideal that elegance is tied to a delicate and narrow silhouette.
- In Russian, the word гра́ция shares its name with the 'Graces' of Greek mythology. This connects the human quality of poise directly to the three sisters of charm and beauty.
Examples in context
- Спасибо за еду!Thanks for the food!
- Господи благослови нас и эту пищу. Спасибо за установленный перед нами стол.Lord, bless us and this food. Thank you for the table set before us.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “grace” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
