То́мас
Tómasmasculine, transliteration
The English name Thomas can be translated into Russian as То́мас (Tómas) or Фома́.
Meaning: given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| То́мас | Tómas | masculine, transliteration |
| Фома́ | Fomá | masculine |
То́мас is the modern transliteration used when referring to Westerners or individuals not belonging to the Orthodox tradition. Фома́ is the traditional version of the name used in religious contexts or when referring to historical figures within the Eastern Orthodox tradition.
Which one should you use?
То́мас is a modern transliteration of the Western name, whereas Фома́ is the traditional Russian/Orthodox version.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both forms are masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
Tómas
Did you know?
- In Russian, the phrase Фома неверующий refers to 'Doubting Thomas'. It is used as a common idiom to describe anyone who is skeptical and refuses to believe something without physical proof.
- In Russian naming customs, Фома́ has a traditional diminutive form, Фомушка, which adds a layer of affection or tenderness not typically found in the transliterated То́мас.
- The spelling of Фома́ reflects its Greek roots through the Eastern Orthodox tradition, whereas То́мас follows the Latin-based Western spelling patterns.
Examples in context
- Это мой друг То́мас.Eto moy drug Tomas.This is my friend Thomas.
- То́мас сейчас в офисе.Tomas seychas v ofise.Thomas is in the office right now.
Example conversation
Sergey and Olga are talking about a new colleague.
- Сергей SergeyТы знаешь нового сотрудника?Ty znayesh novogo sotrudnika?Do you know the new employee?
- Ольга OlgaДа, его зовут То́мас.Da, yego zovut Tomas.Yes, his name is Thomas.
- Сергей SergeyОн очень вежливый человек.On ochen vezlivyy chelovek.He is a very polite person.
- Ольга OlgaЯ тоже так думаю.Ya tozhe tak dumayu.I think so too.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “thomas” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
