Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Abbey'

English Word: Abbey

Key Russian Translations:

• аббатство [ɐˈbat͡stvə] - [Neutral, Formal]
• монастырь [mənɐˈstɨrʲ] - [Neutral, Can refer to both monastery and abbey]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

аббатство: [ɐˈbat͡stvə]

Note on аббатство: Stress falls on the second syllable. The "тс" cluster may be challenging for non-native speakers.

монастырь: [mənɐˈstɨrʲ]

Note on монастырь: Stress on the third syllable. The soft "р" sound at the end requires attention.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A building or complex used by monks or nuns

Translation(s) & Context:

• аббатство - Specifically refers to an abbey, often with historical or architectural significance.
• монастырь - More general term for a monastery or abbey, often used interchangeably but can imply a broader religious community.

Usage Examples:

• Вестминстерское аббатство - одно из самых известных в Англии.

  Westminster Abbey is one of the most famous in England.

• Этот монастырь был основан в 12 веке.

  This abbey was founded in the 12th century.

• Туристы часто посещают старое аббатство в горах.

  Tourists often visit the old abbey in the mountains.

• Монастырь служил убежищем для паломников.

  The abbey served as a refuge for pilgrims.

• В аббатстве проводятся ежедневные службы.

  Daily services are held in the abbey.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

аббатство (neuter noun):

монастырь (masculine noun):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for аббатство/монастырь:

• обитель
• скит

Note: "обитель" often has a poetic or archaic tone, while "скит" refers to a smaller, secluded monastery.

Antonyms:

• мирской дом (secular house)

Related Phrases:

• историческое аббатство - historical abbey
• монастырская жизнь - monastic life
• посетить монастырь - to visit an abbey/monastery

Usage Notes:

• "аббатство" is more specific to the concept of an abbey, often tied to Western Christian traditions, and is commonly used for famous historical sites like Westminster Abbey.
• "монастырь" is a broader term in Russian, often used for both monasteries and abbeys, especially in the context of Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
• When translating "abbey," choose "аббатство" for precision in formal or historical contexts, and "монастырь" for general or conversational use.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "церковь" (church) instead of "аббатство" or "монастырь."
  Explanation: "церковь" refers to a church building, not a monastic complex. For example, saying "Вестминстерская церковь" is incorrect; it should be "Вестминстерское аббатство."
• Error: Mispronouncing "аббатство" by stressing the first syllable.
  Explanation: The stress is on the second syllable: [ɐˈbat͡stvə]. Incorrect stress can lead to misunderstandings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the term "монастырь" often evokes images of Orthodox Christian monasteries with deep historical and spiritual significance, such as the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius. "аббатство," on the other hand, is more associated with Western European Catholic traditions and may carry a more historical or literary connotation.

Related Concepts:

• церковь (church)
• храм (temple)
• молитва (prayer)