Russian · Emotions & Personality

Добрый

dobryy

Kind / Good

Beginneradjective

Definition

Having a friendly, generous nature.

Example

Она очень добрый человек.

She is a very kind person.

Etymology

The adjective 'добрый' (dobryy) originates from the Old East Slavic word 'добро' (dobro), which means 'good' or 'well.' It has strong roots in Slavic cultures that emphasize morality.

How & Where It’s Used

'Добрый' is employed in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in spoken and written language when discussing character traits, and is broadly understood in various Russian-speaking regions.

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