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volgograd

/ˈvɒl.ɡə.ɡræd/

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noun

/ˈvɒl.ɡə.ɡræd/B1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее город в европейской части России, расположенный на реке Волге, известный как место крупной победы советских войск над немецкими силами зимой 1942-43 годов во Второй мировой войне.

A proper noun referring to a city in the European part of Russia, located on the Volga River, known as the site of a major Soviet victory over German forces during the winter of 1942-43 in World War II.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. City in RussiaB2formal

    A major city in southwestern Russia, located on the Volga River, known for its historical significance and as the site of a pivotal World War II battle.

    ruГород в России

    • Volgograd is a key industrial and transportation hub in Russia.
    • The Battle of Stalingrad, fought in and around Volgograd, was a turning point in World War II.
    • Many tourists visit Volgograd to see the Mamayev Kurgan memorial complex.

    Synonymsstalingradtsaritsyn