French word

soviétique

Pronunciation

IPA/sovjetik/

Meaning

  • adjectiveSoviet

Example

Elle porte une vieille écharpe soviétique.

She wears an old Soviet scarf.

Illustration for soviétique (Soviet)

More examples

L'éducation était différente à l'époque soviétique.

Education was different in the Soviet era.

Core concept

A thing marked by the Soviet era, its institutions, or its cultural style.

Common phrases

  • époque soviétique

    Soviet era

  • symbole soviétique

    Soviet symbol

Similar words

russe: Connected with Russia or the Russian people.
communiste: Associated with communism or a communist party.
ancien: Previously held but no longer current or applicable.
socialiste: Associated with socialism or socialist systems.

Definition in French

Qui qualifie quelque chose ou quelqu'un provenant de l'époque soviétique ou en rapport avec la politique et la culture soviétiques.

Word origin

French soviétique comes from Russian советский, based on совет, meaning "council," and denotes connection with the Soviet system or period.

Usage tips

  • Soviétique describes the Soviet period or its legacy, whereas russe generally describes Russia, its people, or its language.

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