ура
ura
The Russian phrase for 'hurray' is ура (ura).
ура is the most straightforward and commonly used word for 'hurray' in Russian.
Which one should you use?
While ура is the standard form, the version Ура-а-а! is a heavily elongated version used among friends to portray heightened excitement.
How does it change in a sentence?
ура is an indeclinable interjection, which means its form does not change regardless of its role in a sentence or the gender/number of the subject.
How do you pronounce it?
ura
Did you know?
- There is a cultural phenomenon called the ура-патриотизм 'ura-patriotism', describing a loud and simplistic form of nationalism.
- Unlike in English where 'hurray' is often a standalone exclamation, ура is frequently used ironically in Russian to express sarcasm when something goes wrong.
- Despite its joyful sound, the word ура is historically tied to the concept of a battle cry used by soldiers to boost morale.
Examples in context
- Ура!Hurray!This example shows the simple use of ура.Tatoeba #1087441 by shanghainese, translation #1148363 by cntrational
- Ура итальянкам!Hurray for Italian women!This sentence demonstrates the use of ура to express support for a specific group.Tatoeba #4787051 by odexed, translation #3432131 by shekitten
- Ура, мы победили!Ura, my pobedili!Hurray, we won!
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A couple is celebrating after finishing a difficult task.
- Мария MariaУра, мы это сделали!Ura, my eto sdelali!Hurray, we did it!
- Александр AleksandrМария, ты молодец!Mariya, ty molodets!Maria, you did a great job!
- Мария MariaАлександр, это твоя заслуга тоже.Aleksandr, eto tvoya zasluga tozhe.Aleksandr, this is your credit too.
- Александр AleksandrУра, теперь можно отдыхать.Ura, teper' mozhno otdykhat'.Hurray, now we can rest.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
