Russian Word · Advanced
санкция
sanction / penalty
Pronunciation: SANK-tsee-yah
Meaning
An official penalty intended to enforce a rule or influence behavior.
Example
Новая санкция может повлиять на торговлю.
The new sanction may affect trade.
Practice tips
- Practice санкция 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 word is for advanced-level learners.