брак
noun
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Transcription (the accent is shown in capital letters):
[brak]
Translation / meaning:
1. marriage
2. defect of goods
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The double meaning of the word brought to life such expression as хорошее дело браком не назовут.
More explanations and examples here: Хорошее дело браком не назовут
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