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Kristina Belikova
Professional TeacherUnderstanding the Difference Between "Где?" and "Куда?" in Russian 👍
In Russian, the words "где?" and "куда?" are used to ask about location, but they serve different purposes based on the context.
🐾Где? (Gde?) - "Where?"
• This question is used to inquire about the location of something or someone that is already in a specific place. It refers to a static position.
• Example: Где книга? (Where is the book?) – Here, you are asking for the current location of the book.
🐾 Куда? (Kuda?) - "Where to?"
• This question is used when asking about the direction or destination of movement. It implies that something or someone is moving from one place to another.
• Example: Куда ты идешь? (Where are you going?) – In this case, you are asking about the destination of the person's movement.
✨Use "где?" for static locations and "куда?" for destinations or directions. Understanding this distinction is essential for effective communication in Russian!
Sep 29, 2025 9:01 AM
Kristina Belikova
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English, Greek, Russian, Turkish
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