Russian · Numbers & Time
Пять
pyat
Five
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number 5.
Example
Пять минут осталось.
Five minutes left.
Etymology
The term 'пять' (pyat) stems from the Proto-Slavic *pętĭ, which can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European *pénkʷe. This numeral has maintained its core sound and form across the Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Пять' is predominantly used in everyday conversation as well as in written language, fitting both informal and formal contexts. Regional variations are minimal, as it is standard across Russia.