soviética
/so-BYEH-tee-kah/
Soviet
A decorative plate reflecting the aesthetic style of the Soviet era.
soviética(adjective)
Soviet
?describing something feminine related to the former USSR
USSR-related
?historical context
📝 In Action
La bandera soviética era roja con una hoz y un martillo.
A2The Soviet flag was red with a hammer and sickle.
Estudiamos la literatura soviética en clase de historia.
B1We studied Soviet literature in history class.
Esa fue una decisión soviética muy importante.
B1That was a very important Soviet decision.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching the Gender
Since this word ends in 'a,' it is the feminine form. Use it with feminine nouns like 'la bandera' (the flag) or 'la historia' (the history).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong ending
Mistake: "El ejército soviética."
Correction: El ejército soviético.
⭐ Usage Tips
Historical Context
Use this word when referring specifically to the time between 1922 and 1991. For things before or after that, 'rusa' (Russian) is more common.
A woman from the Soviet era dressed in traditional winter attire.
📝 In Action
Ella era una soviética que amaba la ciencia.
B2She was a Soviet woman who loved science.
💡 Grammar Points
Nouns for People
When used as a noun, 'soviética' refers specifically to a woman. If you were talking about a man, you would use 'soviético'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: soviética
Question 1 of 1
Which of these should you use with 'soviética'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'soviética' mean the same thing as 'rusa'?
Not exactly. While many people use them interchangeably in casual conversation, 'soviética' refers to the entire Soviet Union (which included countries like Ukraine and Georgia), while 'rusa' refers specifically to Russia.