Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Aborigine'

English Word: aborigine

Key Russian Translations:

• абориген [ɐbɐˈrʲiɡʲɪn] - [Formal, Singular]
• аборигены [ɐbɐˈrʲiɡʲɪnɨ] - [Formal, Plural]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

абориген: [ɐbɐˈrʲiɡʲɪn]

Note on абориген: Stress falls on the third syllable. The 'г' is pronounced as a soft [ɡʲ].

аборигены: [ɐbɐˈrʲiɡʲɪnɨ]

Note on аборигены: Plural form retains the same stress as singular. The final 'ы' is a typical plural marker.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Indigenous Person (General Sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• абориген - Used to refer to an indigenous inhabitant of a region, often in a neutral or academic context.
• аборигены - Plural form, used when referring to a group of indigenous people.

Usage Examples:

• Абориген показал нам древние петроглифы своего народа.

  The aborigine showed us the ancient petroglyphs of his people.

• Аборигены этой местности сохранили свои традиции.

  The aborigines of this area have preserved their traditions.

• Ученые изучают язык аборигенов Австралии.

  Scientists are studying the language of Australian aborigines.

• Абориген рассказал о своей культуре с большим энтузиазмом.

  The aborigine spoke about his culture with great enthusiasm.

• Многие аборигены живут в отдаленных районах.

  Many aborigines live in remote areas.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

абориген (Singular, Masculine Noun): Follows the second declension pattern in Russian. Below is the declension table:

аборигены (Plural, Masculine Noun): Plural declension:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• коренной житель (indigenous inhabitant, more general)
• туземец (native, sometimes outdated or context-specific)

Note: "туземец" may carry a slightly colonial connotation and is less neutral than "абориген."

Antonyms:

• пришелец (newcomer, outsider)
• чужеземец (foreigner)

Related Phrases:

• аборигены Австралии - Refers specifically to indigenous Australians.
• культура аборигенов - The culture of aborigines, often used in academic or cultural discussions.
• права аборигенов - Rights of aborigines, commonly used in legal or social contexts.

Usage Notes:

• The term "абориген" is generally neutral and widely used in Russian to refer to indigenous people of any region, though it is often associated with Australian indigenous peoples due to historical context.
• Use the singular "абориген" when referring to an individual and the plural "аборигены" for groups. Pay attention to case endings as they affect meaning in sentences.
• While "абориген" is formal and acceptable in most contexts, avoid "туземец" unless referring to historical texts, as it can sound outdated or derogatory.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misusing case endings, e.g., saying "аборигенов" (genitive) instead of "аборигены" (nominative) as the subject of a sentence.
  Incorrect: Аборигенов живут здесь.
  Correct: Аборигены живут здесь.
  Explanation: The nominative case must be used for the subject of a sentence.
• Error: Confusing "абориген" with "туземец" without understanding the tone.
  Incorrect: Называть современных людей "туземец" в формальном контексте.
  Correct: Use "абориген" in formal or neutral contexts.
  Explanation: "Туземец" can be perceived as outdated or offensive in modern usage.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, the term "абориген" often evokes associations with indigenous peoples of Australia due to widespread media and literature. However, it can apply to any indigenous group. Be mindful that discussions of indigenous peoples in Russian-speaking contexts may carry historical or political nuances, especially regarding Siberian or Far Eastern native groups.

Related Concepts:

• коренные народы (indigenous peoples)
• этническая культура (ethnic culture)
• традиции (traditions)