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    How to say "police" in Russian

    Полиция
    Politsiya
    /pɐˈlʲitsɨjə/

    When to use it

    Emergency number: 112. The militia ('милиция') was renamed police in 2011.

    Examples

    Вызовите полицию!
    Vyzovite politsiyu!
    Call the police!

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you say "police" in Russian?

    "police" in Russian is Полиция, pronounced Politsiya.

    How do you pronounce Полиция?

    Politsiya — IPA /pɐˈlʲitsɨjə/. Use the Listen button above to hear it.

    Is Полиция formal or informal?

    Emergency number: 112. The militia ('милиция') was renamed police in 2011.

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