Russian · Emotions & Personality
Красивый
krasivyy
Beautiful / Handsome
Beginneradjective
Definition
Pleasing to the senses, especially to the sight.
Example
Какой красивый закат!
What a beautiful sunset!
Etymology
The adjective 'Красивый' (krasivyy) derives from the root 'крас' related to beauty and attractiveness in Old Slavic. This term has evolved through the ages and is commonly used to describe physical and aesthetic beauty.
How & Where It’s Used
'Красивый' is utilized in both informal and formal contexts, found in spoken language, literature, and art. It is universally recognized in regions where Russian is spoken.