Russian · Emotions & Personality

Красивый

krasivyy

Beautiful / Handsome

Beginneradjective

Definition

Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sight.

Example

Какой красивый закат!

What a beautiful sunset!

Etymology

The adjective 'Красивый' (krasivyy) derives from the root 'крас' related to beauty and attractiveness in Old Slavic. This term has evolved through the ages and is commonly used to describe physical and aesthetic beauty.

How & Where It’s Used

'Красивый' is utilized in both informal and formal contexts, found in spoken language, literature, and art. It is universally recognized in regions where Russian is spoken.

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