Russian Expression · Native
на смерть
на свою погибель
Pronunciation: [nɐ‿ˈsmʲertʲ]
Meaning
на свою погибель
Example
Сознательно идет на риск и на сме́рть.
I use the word "на смерть".
Practice tips
- Practice на смерть out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Russian expression is for native-level learners.