Russian · Body & Health
Глаз
glaz
Eye
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The organ of sight.
Example
У неё голубые глаза.
She has blue eyes.
Etymology
'Глаз' (glaz) comes from Proto-Slavic *oko, which also relates to the word for 'eye.' It has undergone minimal change across related languages, indicating its essential role in human experience.
How & Where It’s Used
'Глаз' is used in both colloquial speech and formal discussions about health and anatomy. It appears commonly in various Russian dialects.