халява
noun
Transcription (the accent is shown in capital letters):
[ha-LYA-va]
Translation / meaning:
freebie, free ride, free lunch, chance to freeload etc
Examples:
- На халяву и уксус сладкий.For free, even vinegar tastes sweet.
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