The Russian language has many expressions that have become part of the colloquial style. “Tryndets” is a word that has long entered Russian slang and is used as a synonym for the words “end”, “catastrophe” or “complete collapse”, says WomanEL.
The popularity of this expression is explained by its sound: expressive, slightly comical, but understandable in any context. However, its history is rather uncertain.
The history of the word “tryndets” is rather uncertain… Source: pinterest.com
The word comes from the archaic “tryndet”, which originally meant “to lie” or “to carry nonsense”. Later, in colloquial speech, this concept was transformed into “tryndets” as the final point in a matter or situation. Its informal nature made it popular in everyday communication, and thanks to its somewhat humorous form, the word is often used to describe situations when everything “went awry.” However, there are many wonderful alternatives in the Ukrainian language that not only convey a similar meaning, but also help popularize our unique language culture. For example:
• “Gaplyk” – a laconic word that means the inevitable end of something.
• “Krah” – suitable for serious or dramatic moments.
• “Amba” – has a light humorous tone and is often used in colloquial speech.
• “Kinets svijet” – an expression for hyperbolizing a difficult situation.
By choosing these Ukrainian equivalents, we not only add expressiveness to the language, but also help popularize our native culture. After all, language is a mirror of our identity, so it is worth nurturing its uniqueness.
Also learn how to replace the Russian word “obaldet” with Ukrainian impressions.
