Bedeutung
Expressing that something is very good.
Kultureller Hintergrund
On the social network Odnoklassniki, the 'Like' button is a thumbs-up icon labeled 'Класс!'. This has made the word synonymous with social media validation for millions of Russians. The word gained popularity in the 70s and 80s as a way for youth to express approval without using the stiff, ideological language of the time. While still used, younger Gen Z Russians might find 'Класс' a bit 'old school' compared to newer borrowings like 'Топ' or 'Огонь'. The phrase 'Высший класс' is used in sports and professional contexts to denote a 'masterclass' or elite performance.
The Thumbs Up Rule
If you would give a thumbs up in real life, you can probably say 'Класс!' in Russian.
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Bedeutung
Expressing that something is very good.
The Thumbs Up Rule
If you would give a thumbs up in real life, you can probably say 'Класс!' in Russian.
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Never use this word in a job interview or when talking to a police officer.
The 'Prosto' Boost
Add 'просто' (simply) before 'класс' to sound more like a native speaker: 'Это просто класс!'
Social Media Savvy
If someone asks you to 'поставить класс', they are asking for a 'Like' on their post.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct slang word for 'Cool'.
— Я купил билеты на концерт! — О, ____!
'Класс' is the appropriate reaction to hearing good news like buying concert tickets.
Which sentence is the most natural for a casual conversation?
You want to tell your friend their new car is great.
The second option uses the informal 'ты' and the slang 'класс', making it perfect for a friend.
Complete the dialogue with the most fitting response.
Анна: 'Давай пойдём в парк сегодня?' Борис: '________'
'Класс' shows enthusiastic agreement with the plan.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Высший класс!' to the correct context.
'Высший класс' refers to top-tier quality or mastery.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Класс vs. Круто
Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgaben— Я купил билеты на концерт! — О, ____!
'Класс' is the appropriate reaction to hearing good news like buying concert tickets.
You want to tell your friend their new car is great.
The second option uses the informal 'ты' and the slang 'класс', making it perfect for a friend.
Анна: 'Давай пойдём в парк сегодня?' Борис: '________'
'Класс' shows enthusiastic agreement with the plan.
Match 'Высший класс!' to the correct context.
'Высший класс' refers to top-tier quality or mastery.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenYes, but it's less 'trendy' than words like 'Топ' or 'Огонь'. It's considered a classic slang term.
Yes, you can say 'Он классный парень' (He's a cool guy).
'Класс' is slightly more traditional/wholesome, while 'Круто' is the standard modern word for 'cool'.
Only if you have a very informal, friendly relationship. Otherwise, stick to 'Хорошо' or 'Отлично'.
It means 'top tier' or 'masterclass,' referring to something of the highest possible quality.
No, it can also literally mean a classroom or a grade in school.
Just type 'Класс!' or 'Классно!'.
Yes, if you say it with a flat, bored tone when something bad happens, it means 'Great, just my luck.'
It means 'Classmates.' It's also the name of a popular Russian social network.
Yes! 'Этот суп — просто класс!' is a very common way to praise a meal.
It is a masculine noun.
The diminutive is 'Классненько,' which sounds cute or playful.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Круто
synonymCool / Awesome
Здорово
similarGreat / Wonderful
Огонь
similarFire / Amazing
Высший класс
specialized formTop notch / Masterclass
Классно
builds onCoolly / Great
