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Сегодня

segodnya

Today

Beginneradverb

Definition

Referring to the current day.

Example

Сегодня хорошая погода.

The weather is good today.

Etymology

'Сегодня' (segodnya) is a compound of 'с' (s, meaning 'with') and 'не́дня' (nednya, meaning 'day'), historically referring to the current day. The form has shifted from older Slavic roots over time.

How & Where It’s Used

'Сегодня' is used broadly in everyday conversation and writing, fit for both formal and informal contexts, indicating the present day and often used in news or scheduled contexts.

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