Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| перезагружа́ть | perezagružátʹ | imperfective |
| перезагрузи́ть | perezagruzítʹ | perfective |
In a computing context, these forms are most commonly used to mean 'to restart' or 'to reboot' a device, such as in the phrase перезагрузи́ть компьютер (to restart a computer). While перезагру́зка refers to a reboot/restart, the term сброс (meaning a reset, clearing or dump) is used specifically for 'resetting' settings or clearing data to a default state (e.g., a factory reset).
Which one should you use?
The two forms differ based on aspect. Use the imperfective перезагружа́ть when describing the ongoing process of resetting or a habitual action. Use the perfective перезагрузи́ть when referring to a single, completed act of resetting. Additionally, note the distinction between the nouns: перезагру́зка refers to a reboot/restart, whereas сброс is used specifically for 'resetting' settings or clearing data to a default state.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
perezagružátʹ
What mistakes should you avoid?
In the context of software, it is more common to use сбросить.
Did you know?
- Russian speakers may use сбросить to describe 'resetting' or hanging up a phone call, which is equivalent to 'dropping' the line.
- While сброс means 'reset' in tech, it also describes the act of dropping or releasing something, such as a pilot dropping a bomb.
- The word перегрузка (without the 'за') means 'overload' or 'overstrain', which is the opposite of a controlled 'reset' перезагрузка.
Examples in context
- Мы должны сбросить систему, чтобы удалить ошибку.We need to reset the system to remove the error.
- Помогите мне восстановить настройки по умолчанию, пожалуйста.Please help me restore the default settings.
- Если у тебя проблемы с интернетом, попробуй перезагрузить роутер.If you have problems with the internet, try rebooting the router.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “reset” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
