Russian Expression · Advanced
перекрыть кран
shut off the tap
Pronunciation: перекрыть кран
Meaning
A natural Russian expression used to convey: shut off the tap.
Example
Перекрой кран, пока меняешь прокладку.
Shut off the tap while replacing the washer.
Practice tips
- Practice перекрыть кран 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 advanced-level learners.