слив
drain
water outlet
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слив with English translation
слив usage examples
The garden drain was blocked after the heavy rain.
После сильного дождя уличный слив был забит.
Clean the shower drain every month to avoid smells.
Очищайте слив в душе каждый месяц, чтобы избежать запахов.
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слив belongs to the topic "Cleaning and Repairs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
слив synonyms
What's the difference between слив / сток / дренаж / водосток / сливная решетка
General term for the opening or pipe through which water goes away (in a sink, bathtub, shower, etc.).
The drain in the bathroom is clogged; the water won't flow away.
В ванной сломался слив, вода не уходит.
The water that flows away via a channel or pipe; also the place where water exits (runoff, discharge of rain or wastewater).
After the heavy rain, the runoff of water along the roadside increased.
После сильного дождя увеличился сток воды по обочине.
Technical term for a system or pipe that removes groundwater or excess water; more specialized than 'drain'.
They installed drainage on the plot so water wouldn't accumulate near the foundation.
На участке сделали дренаж, чтобы вода не застаивалась у фундамента.
A device (gutter or pipe) for diverting rainwater from a roof; usually refers to external systems.
They fixed the roof gutter, and now the rain doesn't flood the facade.
Починили водосток на крыше, и теперь дождь не заливает фасад.
A grate that covers the drain opening and protects the pipe from debris; a part of the drain structure.
The drain grate in the shower needs to be cleared of hair and dirt.
Сливную решётку в душевой нужно прочистить от волос и грязи.
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How to pronounce слив and what this word means
слив translation: drain. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce слив
[ˈslʲif]
слив translation
drain
слив examples
The garden drain was blocked after the heavy rain.
слив transcription
[ˈslʲif]
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Questions about this word
слив meaning: what does it mean?
отверстие или устройство для слива воды из пространства
слив pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
слив is pronounced as [ˈslʲif]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
слив definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The garden drain was blocked after the heavy rain. Translation: После сильного дождя уличный слив был забит.
Is слив part of Cleaning and Repairs vocabulary?
Yes, слив (drain) can be learned in the Cleaning and Repairs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is слив part of Home and Household vocabulary?
Yes, слив (drain) can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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