подбирать слова

to choose one's words carefully

Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation

/pɐdbʲɪˈratʲ slɐˈva/

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Cultural Note

A useful expression for careful speech in sensitive, romantic, or apologetic contexts.

📝 Example Sentences

Иногда нужно подбирать слова осторожнее.

Sometimes you need to choose your words more carefully.

Я долго подбирал слова перед разговором.

I spent a long time choosing my words before the conversation.

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