Russian Word of the Day
можно
/MOZH-na/ • modal particle (impersonal) — 12th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: it is possible; one may; allowed; can (impersonal word used to indicate permission or possibility)
Examples
- Можно войти?
(May I come in?) - Здесь можно парковаться?
(Is parking allowed here?) - Если хочешь, можно встретиться завтра.
(If you want, we can meet tomorrow.)
Synonyms
- возможно
- разрешено
Можно is used impersonally to ask for or state permission and possibility. It is usually followed by an infinitive (можно войти, можно сделать). Use "Можно...?" to request permission and "нельзя" to say something is not allowed. Do not confuse with "могу" (I can/I am able), which is first-person.
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