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smolensk

/sməˈlɛnsk/

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noun

/sməˈlɛnsk/formal
  • ruГород на западе России, расположенный на реке Днепр, который был местом значительных сражений во время Второй мировой войны.

A city in western Russia, located on the Dnieper River, which was the site of significant battles during World War II.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. City in Western RussiaB2formal

    A historic city located in western Russia on the Dnieper River, known for its significant role in World War II.

    ruГород в Западной России

    • Smolensk was a key battleground during the German invasion of the Soviet Union.
    • The city of Smolensk lies on the banks of the Dnieper River.
    • Many historic buildings in Smolensk were destroyed during the war.