сутки

This is the 153rd most frequent Russian word.

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сутки

A 24-hour period; day and night.


This usage of 'сутки' refers to a full day, encompassing a 24-hour period.

Сутки прошли быстро.

The day passed quickly.


Here, 'сутки' designates a 24-hour shift or work period.

Мы работаем сутки через трое.

We work one day on and three days off.


In this context, 'сутки' indicates a time span of 24 hours required for a task or event.

Для завершения проекта потребуется ещё сутки.

Another day will be needed to complete the project.