posudu

Posudu is the transliteration of the Russian word посуда in its accusative singular form (посуду). In Russian, посуда refers to dishes, tableware, and cookware—vessels and containers used to prepare, hold, serve, or eat food. The term is used broadly to describe kitchenware such as pots and pans, bowls, plates, cups, and glasses, and can also encompass serving pieces.

In usage, posudu appears as the direct object in sentences. For example, Я помыл посуду means “I washed the dishes.” The plural form посуды (posudy) is used for many contexts, such as talking about “dishes” collectively in phrases like чистая посуда (clean dishes) or посуда для подачи (dishes for serving).

Etymology and cognates: посуда belongs to the common Slavic vocabulary for vessels and containers, with related forms in other Slavic languages that convey similar meanings. The exact historical development of the term can vary by language, but the core sense of vessels used for cooking, holding, or serving food is consistent.

Scope and usage: posudu/посуда typically covers cookware and tableware used in domestic kitchens and dining rooms. It does not usually include utensils (silverware) separately categorized as столовые приборы. In everyday speech, посуда is often discussed in terms of condition (чистая посуда, dirty dishes), quantity (много посуды), or function (посуда для приготовления).

See also: tableware, cookware, kitchenware.