Роман
Roman
The Russian word for 'roman' is Роман (Roman).
Meaning: of or from Rome (adj)
Which one should you use?
The related forms ри́млянин and ри́млянка are used to describe a native or inhabitant of the Roman Empire. Additionally, if you are referring to the male given name, the stress is on the second syllable: Рома́н.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
Roman
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use the name Роман as the adjective for 'Roman' (for example, when saying 'Roman Empire'). Instead, you should use the correct adjective римский.
Did you know?
- In Russian, the word роман can mean both a literary 'novel' and a 'romantic affair' between two people.
- The Russian term for 'novel', роман, actually comes from the French word 'roman', which originally referred to the Romance languages.
- Russian has two completely different adjectives for 'Roman'. Римский is used for the city and empire, while романский refers to the Romance languages and art styles.
Examples in context
- "Ребёнок Розмари" это фильм Романа Полански.Rosemary's Baby is a film by Roman Polanski.This sentence shows how to use the name Роман in a context regarding a filmmaker.Tatoeba #4293762 by whatnot, translation #4256501 by JFMorais
- Для нумерации глав романа используйте римские цифры.Use Roman numerals to enumerate the chapters of the novel.This sentence shows the use of the word романа in the context of a novel.Tatoeba #6956080 by nina99nv, translation #13385706 by frpzzd
- Роман пишет роман.Roman is writing a novel.This sentence demonstrates the use of the name Роман and the word роман meaning novel.Tatoeba #10711326 by Ooneykcall, translation #10711327 by Ooneykcall
- Здравствуйте, РоманHello, Roman
- Как поживаете, Роман?How are you doing, Roman?
- Рад встрече, РоманPleasure to meet you, Roman
- Как дела, Романчик?How are you, Roman?
- Роман, ты можешь помочь мне с этой проблемой?Roman, can you help me with this problem?
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Роман, роман, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
