ка́ша
kášafeminine
The English word "porridge" is translated into Russian as ка́ша (káša). Wiktionary also lists овся́нка (ovsjánka).
Meaning: breakfast cereal dish (noun)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ка́ша | káša | feminine |
| овся́нка | ovsjánka | feminine |
ка́ша is a generic term for any kind of porridge or grain-based dish. In a colloquial or metaphorical sense, it can also be used to describe a "mess" or a "muddle" in one's head or in a situation.
Which one should you use?
While ка́ша is the general term for any porridge, овся́нка is used specifically when the porridge is made from oats.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both ка́ша and овся́нка are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
káša
Did you know?
- The phrase ка́ша из то́поров ('porridge from axes') is a famous Russian folk tale about a clever traveler who tricks a greedy host into providing all the ingredients for a meal by claiming he can cook porridge using only an axe.
- There is a traditional Russian greeting for the New Year involving кутья, a ritual porridge made from wheat berries and honey that symbolizes the connection between the living and the dead.
- While English speakers associate 'porridge' largely with breakfast, ка́ша is frequently served as a hearty side dish or a main course for lunch and dinner in Russia.
Examples in context
- В ресторане я хочу заказать кашу.In a restaurant, I would like to order porridge.
- Моя бабушка всегда готовит вкусную кашку для меня.My grandma always cooks delicious porridge for me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “porridge” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
