This is the 1191st most frequent Russian word.
дорогой
"Дорогой" means "dear" or "expensive" in English.
Here, 'дорогой' means 'expensive,' referring to the high value or cost of an item.
Это очень дорогой подарок.
This is a very expensive gift.
In this sentence, 'дорогой' conveys 'dear' or 'precious,' expressing emotional closeness or value of a person.
Ты для меня дорогой человек.
You are a dear person to me.
Here, 'дорогой' is used as 'dear' or 'beloved,' a form of address to someone close or valued.