Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'acarpous'

English Word: acarpous

Key Russian Translations:

• бесплодный (/bʲɪsˈpɫo.dnɨj/) - [Adjective, Formal, Used in scientific or botanical contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized in botanical and scientific discussions, rarely used in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B2) - Requires familiarity with Russian adjectives and vocabulary related to biology; learners at this level should grasp basic inflections with practice.

Pronunciation (Russian):

бесплодный: /bʲɪsˈpɫo.dnɨj/

Note on бесплодный: The stress falls on the second syllable ("pɫo"), which is common in Russian adjectives. Be mindful of the palatalized 'bʲ' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: In botany, describing plants that do not produce fruit or are sterile.

Translation(s) & Context:

• бесплодный - Typically used in formal, scientific, or academic contexts to describe plants that fail to bear fruit due to environmental or genetic factors.

Usage Examples:

• Это дерево бесплодное из-за засухи.

  This tree is acarpous due to the drought.

• Ботаники изучают бесплодные растения в пустынных регионах.

  Botanists study acarpous plants in desert regions.

• Бесплодный куст не принес урожая в этом сезоне.

  The acarpous bush did not yield a harvest this season.

• В саду есть несколько бесплодных сортов, которые используются для декоративных целей.

  In the garden, there are several acarpous varieties used for decorative purposes.

• Климатические изменения делают многие растения бесплодными.

  Climate change is making many plants acarpous.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Бесплодный" is a Russian adjective that follows the standard first-declension pattern for adjectives. It changes based on gender, number, and case, which is typical for Russian adjectives. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This adjective is regular and does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward once basic Russian adjective declension is understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • стерильный (/stʲɪˈrʲilʲ.nɨj/) - Often used interchangeably in medical or scientific contexts, but implies sterility more broadly.
  • непродуктивный (/nʲɪprɐˈduk.tʲiv.nɨj/) - Emphasizes lack of productivity, less common in botany.
• Antonyms:
  • плодородный (/plɐ.dɐˈrod.nɨj/) - Describes fertile or fruit-bearing plants.
  • урожайный (/u.rɐˈʐaj.nɨj/) - Focuses on high-yield or productive plants.

Related Phrases:

• бесплодное дерево - A barren tree; used to describe trees that do not produce fruit, often in agricultural discussions.
• бесплодный грунт - Acarpous soil; refers to infertile land that cannot support fruit-bearing plants.
• сделать бесплодным - To make acarpous; an idiomatic phrase meaning to render something unproductive, e.g., through environmental damage.

Usage Notes:

"Бесплодный" directly corresponds to "acarpous" in botanical contexts, emphasizing a lack of fruit production. It is primarily formal and should be used in scientific writing or discussions rather than casual conversation. When choosing between translations like "бесплодный" and "стерильный," opt for "бесплодный" if the focus is on plants, as it carries a more specific agricultural connotation. Grammatically, always decline it according to the noun it modifies to maintain agreement in gender, number, and case. For English learners, practice with sentences involving nature or science to build familiarity.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "бесплодный" without proper declension, e.g., saying "Это бесплодный дерево" instead of "Это бесплодное дерево" for neuter nouns.

  Correct: "Это бесплодное дерево" - Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the noun's gender; here, "дерево" is neuter, so the adjective ends in "-ое."

• Error: Confusing "бесплодный" with "стерильный" in non-botanical contexts, leading to misuse like applying it to human fertility.

  Correct: Reserve "бесплодный" for plants; use "стерильный" for broader sterility concepts. - Explanation: This avoids semantic overlap and ensures precise communication.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like "бесплодный" often appear in literature and folklore to symbolize barrenness or unproductivity, such as in descriptions of harsh landscapes in works by authors like Tolstoy. This reflects Russia's vast rural history, where agricultural fertility was crucial, adding a layer of emotional or metaphorical depth beyond its literal meaning.

Related Concepts:

• урожай
• плодородность
• стерильность