Ukrainian · Adjectives
Добрий
dobryy
Good; kind
Beginneradjective
Definition
Good or kind — dobra lyudyna, a good person.
Example
Вона дуже добра людина.
She is a very good person.
Etymology
The term 'Добрий' (dobryy) originates from the Proto-Slavic *dobrъ, meaning 'good' or 'kind.' It retains a similar meaning in various Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Добрий' is used in both formal and informal contexts, in both spoken and written forms, commonly used to describe people's character or quality of items. There are no regional variations.
Literary Heritage
Frequently appears in Ukrainian proverbs, such as 'Добрий та щирий' (Good and sincere).