Виктор
Viktor
The English name Victor is translated into Russian as Виктор (Viktor).
Виктор is a male given name.
How does it change in a sentence?
The name changes depending on its role in a sentence. It becomes Виктора when it is the direct object of a verb, such as in 'I see Viktor'. It becomes Виктору when it is the indirect object, such as in 'Give this to Viktor'.
How do you pronounce it?
Viktor
Did you know?
- In a formal setting, a Виктор would be addressed by both his first name and his patronymic, such as Виктор Сергеевич, to show respect.
- A person named Виктор might be called Витька by close friends, but using this form with a stranger could be seen as disrespectful.
- The name Виктор shares its roots with the English word 'victory' through the Latin 'victor', meaning 'conqueror'.
Examples in context
- Виктор Гюго очень известный французский писатель.Victor Hugo is a very famous French writer.This sentence uses Виктор to identify a famous writer.Tatoeba #7981227 by marafon, translation #3258588 by CN
- Однажды утром, когда Виктор проснулся после беспокойного сна, он обнаружил, что превратился в большой комок спагетти прямо у себя в кровати.One morning, when Victor woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a big mess of spaghetti.This sentence uses Виктор as the subject of the sentence.Tatoeba #5042277 by odexed, translation #1482484 by weihaiping
- Виктор, можно ли узнать ваше мнение по данному вопросу?Victor, may I know your opinion on this matter?
- Я бы хотел представить вам Виктора, нашего нового руководителя.I would like to introduce you to Victor, our new leader.
- Привет, Витя! Как дела?Hello, Vitya! How are you?
- Виктор работает в этом офисе.Viktor rabotayet v etom ofise.Victor works in this office.
Example conversation
Sergey and Maria are talking about a mutual friend.
- Сергей SergeyТы видела вчера Виктора?Ty videla vchera Viktora?Did you see Viktor yesterday?
- Мария MariaНет, я не видела его.Net, ya ne videla ego.No, I didn't see him.
- Сергей SergeyВиктор обещал прийти на ужин.Viktor obeshchal priyti na uzhin.Viktor promised to come to dinner.
- Мария MariaНадеюсь, он скоро будет.Nadeyus, on skoro budet.I hope he will be here soon.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Виктор, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
