Sentence 6 in Kalinka
This is a sentence in Russian from Kalinka. It is composed of 6 words.
В саду ягода малинка, малинка моя!
English translation
In the garden there is a raspberry, my raspberry!
Description
Analysis of the phrase in context.
Larionov addresses the pine tree (сосёнушка—a diminutive form, making it sound even more affectionate). They ask it not to rustle above them. This could symbolize a desire for peace, stillness, or even a moment of reflection without disturbances. The idea of trees making noise is common in poetry—it can suggest wind, thoughts, or even worries creeping in.
Word sources
A quick overview of the meaning of each word and its etymology.
| в | в | ||
| саду | сад | garden | Inherited from Proto-Slavic *sadъ. Related to English set. |
| ягода | ягода | berry | Inherited from Old East Slavic ꙗгода (jagoda), from Proto-Slavic *agoda, from Proto-Balto-Slavic *ṓˀgāˀ. |
| малинка | мали́на | raspberries | |
| малинка | мали́на | raspberries | |
| моя | мои |
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