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Friday, May 16, 2025

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рука

hand, arm, upper limb

[roo-KAH]

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Её рука прикоснулась к моему плечу.
Her hand lightly touched my shoulder.
У этого мужчины сильные руки.
This man has strong hands.
Дай руку.
Give me your hand. (informal)
Они держались за руки и смотрели друг на друга.
They were holding hands and looking at each other.
Они живут рука об руку уже 30 лет.
They have been living together for 30 years already.

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