суверените́т
suverenitétmasculine
The English word sovereignty is translated into Russian as суверените́т (suverenitét).
This noun refers to the state of a nation or polity being able to control its own resources, make laws independently and govern itself without the coercion or concurrence of other polities.
Meaning: of a nation or other polity: the state of being able to control resources, make laws independently, and otherwise govern itself without the coercion or concurrence of other polities (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun суверените́т is masculine. Its singular forms include the genitive суверените́та (of sovereignty), the dative суверените́ту (to sovereignty) and the instrumental суверените́том (with/by sovereignty). The plural form is суверените́ты (sovereignties).
How do you pronounce it?
suverenitét
Did you know?
- In Russian political discourse, the phrase цифровой суверенитет ('digital sovereignty') refers to a specific state strategy of creating a national internet isolated from the global web.
- The Russian word суверенитет belongs to a class of internationalisms that entered the language via French, specifically the word 'souveraineté'.
- While суверенитет is a formal term, Russian speakers often use the word самостоятельность ('independence' or 'self-reliance') to describe the same concept when talking about a person's autonomy.
Examples in context
- Суверенитет государства необходим для обеспечения независимости и защиты.Sovereignty of a state is necessary to ensure independence and protection.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “sovereignty” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
