Михаи́л
Mixaílmasculine
The English name Michael can be translated into Russian as Михаи́л (Mixaíl) or Майкл.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Михаи́л | Mixaíl | masculine | |
| Майкл | Majkl | [majkɫ] (narrow) | English, masculine, name |
The name refers to a male given name. In Russian, there are different forms depending on whether you are referring to the traditional Russian name or the English name.
Which one should you use?
Use Михаи́л for the traditional Russian version of the name, whereas Майкл is used for the English name Michael.
How do you pronounce it?
Mixaíl
Did you know?
- In casual settings, a person named Михаи́л is almost always called Ми́ша. This diminutive is so common that it is also the standard word for 'bear' in Russian.
- If you meet a man named Михаи́л in a professional setting, you should address him as Михаи́л followed by his father's name to show proper respect.
- While Михаи́л is a classic name, the form Майкл is strictly used for foreigners. Calling a Russian man Майкл would be seen as a joke or a mistake.
Examples in context
- Майкл дал это Доре.Michael gave it to Dora.This sentence shows the use of Майкл in a simple action.Tatoeba #2835814 by odexed, translation #871366 by CN
- Майкл пытался ранить Линду.Michael tried to hurt Linda.This sentence shows the use of Майкл in a sentence about an attempt to hurt someone.Tatoeba #13486324 by Ooneykcall, translation #11592217 by Amastan
- Майкл Джексон популярен в США.Michael Jackson is popular in the US.This sentence shows the use of Майкл when referring to a specific famous person.Tatoeba #797241 by afyodor, translation #32889 by CN
- Фамилия и имя: Иванов Михаил.Last name and first name: Ivanov Mikhail.
- Моего друга зовут Майк.My friend's name is Mike.
- 24 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Ekaterina is asking Dmitry about a new colleague.
- Екатерина EkaterinaКто этот новый сотрудник?Kto etot novyy sotrudnik?Who is this new employee?
- Дмитрий DmitryЕго зовут Михаи́л.Yego zovut Mikhail.His name is Mikhail.
- Екатерина EkaterinaМихаи́л работает в вашем отделе?Mikhail rabotaet v vashem otdele?Does Mikhail work in your department?
- Дмитрий DmitryДа, он отличный специалист.Da, on otlichnyy spetsialist.Yes, he is an excellent specialist.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “michael” translations and entries Майкл, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
