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ис-

/[ɪs] | [ˈis]/
Russianprefix

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ис- is an alternative form of из-.

Definitions of из- prefix · [ɪz] | [ˈiz]

Full entry for из-
  1. 1.out from
  2. 2.When added to a verb, it may form a verb with a sense of completeness, abundance or exhaustion.
  3. 3.When added to a verb, it may form a verb with a sense of destruction, ruined due to use.
  4. 4.When added to nouns, especially when they have the suffix -ье, it indicates location of an object.
  5. 5.When added to adjectives for colours/colors, an adverb is formed indicating nuance.
  6. 6.When added to nouns, it may form an adverb indicating spatial or temporal properties. Usually in archaic or highly formal style.
  7. 7.When added to adverbs, it can form an adverb with a sense of direction for an action.

Etymology of из-

Inherited from Proto-Slavic *jьz-; see *jьz for further information.

Forms

  • is-romanization

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