Rabochaya

Rabochaya is a term of Russian origin that translates to "working" or "laboring." It is most commonly encountered in historical and political contexts, particularly referring to the working class or laborers. The term was frequently used during the Soviet era to denote the proletariat, which was considered the ruling class in Marxist-Leninist ideology. The "Rabochaya gazeta" (Workers' Newspaper) was a prominent publication in Soviet Russia and later the Soviet Union, serving as an official organ of the Communist Party.

In a broader sense, Rabochaya can describe anything related to work or manual labor. It might appear in phrases describing working conditions, worker movements, or the social stratum of laborers. While the term has strong historical ties to Soviet political discourse, its literal meaning of "working" remains relevant in general Russian language usage. The concept of the "rabochiy klass" or working class is a fundamental element in understanding 20th-century Russian history and its socio-economic structures. The legacy of this term continues to influence discussions about labor and class in post-Soviet Russia.