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How to Say "Water" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
вода
"Water" in Russian · say it like vah-dah

The most natural way to say "Water" in Russian is вода. 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

водичка
a diminutive form, often used in casual contexts or when referring to small amounts

When to use it

You can use 'вода' in any context where you are talking about water. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. If you want to sound more affectionate or casual, you might use 'водичка'.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
Мне нужна вода.I need water.
Пейте больше воды.Drink more water.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'вода' with 'воды', which is the genitive case and used in different grammatical contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'water' in Russian?

'Water' in Russian is 'вода'.

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