Ukrainian · Adjectives

Синій

syniу

Blue

Beginneradjective

Definition

Blue — the top half of Ukraine's flag.

Example

Синє небо над полем.

Blue sky over the field.

Etymology

The word 'Синій' (syniy) comes from the Proto-Slavic *sьnьjъ, meaning 'blue.' It has cognates in various Slavic languages, showcasing shared roots.

How & Where It’s Used

'Синій' is commonly used in both informal and formal settings, in everyday conversation and literature, with a universally understood meaning throughout Ukraine.

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