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    How to say "bread" in Russian

    Хлеб
    Khleb
    /xlʲep/

    When to use it

    Black rye bread is sacred — 'Бородинский' is the most famous.

    Variations

    Чёрный хлеб
    Chyornyy khleb
    Black/rye bread

    Examples

    Передай хлеб, пожалуйста
    Peredai khleb, pozhaluysta
    Pass the bread, please

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you say "bread" in Russian?

    "bread" in Russian is Хлеб, pronounced Khleb.

    How do you pronounce Хлеб?

    Khleb — IPA /xlʲep/. Use the Listen button above to hear it.

    Is Хлеб formal or informal?

    Black rye bread is sacred — 'Бородинский' is the most famous.

    Are there other ways to say "bread" in Russian?

    Yes: Чёрный хлеб (Chyornyy khleb) — Black/rye bread.

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