🇷🇺 Russian phrases

How to Say "Money" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
деньги
"Money" in Russian · say it like djen-gee

The most natural way to say "Money" in Russian is деньги. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

бабки
a casual, colloquial term often used among friends
финансы
a more formal term, often used in business contexts

When to use it

You can use 'деньги' in everyday conversations when talking about money. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when discussing expenses, savings, or anything related to financial matters.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
У меня нет денег.I have no money.
Он зарабатывает много денег.He earns a lot of money.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'деньги' with 'день', which means 'day'.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'деньги'?

'Деньги' is already in plural form; it does not have a singular form.

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