Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Alaskan'

English Word: Alaskan

Key Russian Translations:

• Алясканец [ɐˈlʲaskənʲɛts] - [Formal, Masculine, Used for male residents of Alaska]
• Алясканка [ɐˈlʲaskənkə] - [Formal, Feminine, Used for female residents of Alaska]
• Аляскинский [ɐˈlʲaskʲinskʲɪj] - [Adjective, Formal, Used to describe something related to Alaska]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation, as it pertains to a specific geographic region; it may appear in travel, history, or news contexts.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1-B2 level, based on CEFR; involves understanding proper nouns, gender agreements, and adjective formations. For Алясканец/Алясканка, the difficulty is higher due to noun declensions; for Аляскинский, it's moderate as it's a standard adjective.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Алясканец: [ɐˈlʲaskənʲɛts]

Алясканка: [ɐˈlʲaskənkə]

Аляскинский: [ɐˈlʲaskʲinskʲɪj]

Note on Алясканец: The stress is on the second syllable; be careful with the palatalized 'l' sound, which is common in Russian but may be challenging for English speakers. Variations in regional accents might soften the consonants.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Referring to a person from Alaska (Noun form)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Алясканец - Used in formal or descriptive contexts when discussing demographics, travel, or personal identity, especially for males.
• Алясканка - Similar to above, but for females; common in biographical or cultural discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Мой друг — алясканец, он рассказал мне о суровой зиме в своем регионе.

  My friend is an Alaskan; he told me about the harsh winter in his region.

• Алясканка, которую я встретила на конференции, поделилась историями о местной фауне.

  The Alaskan woman I met at the conference shared stories about the local wildlife.

• В музее был экспонат, посвященный жизни алясканцев в XIX веке.

  The museum had an exhibit dedicated to the life of Alaskans in the 19th century.

• Многие алясканцы эмигрировали в Россию во время золотой лихорадки.

  Many Alaskans emigrated to Russia during the gold rush.

2. Describing something related to Alaska (Adjective form)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Аляскинский - Used in formal writing or educational contexts to modify nouns, such as in geography, history, or cultural references.

Usage Examples:

• Аляскинский климат известен своими экстремальными перепадами температур.

  The Alaskan climate is known for its extreme temperature fluctuations.

• Эта книга описывает аляскинскую природу и её влияние на коренное население.

  This book describes the Alaskan nature and its influence on the indigenous population.

• В аляскинском стиле архитектуры преобладают элементы, адаптированные к холоду.

  Alaskan-style architecture predominantly features elements adapted to the cold.

• Туристы интересуются аляскинской культурой, включая традиции эскимосов.

  Tourists are interested in Alaskan culture, including Eskimo traditions.

• Аляскинский лосось — один из самых ценных продуктов в рыбной промышленности.

  Alaskan salmon is one of the most valuable products in the fishing industry.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For Алясканец (a masculine noun), it follows the standard pattern of second-declension nouns in Russian, with changes based on case and number. Алясканка (feminine) follows first-declension patterns. Аляскинский (adjective) agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case.

Note: These are regular inflections; no irregularities are present.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Житель Аляски (Resident of Alaska) - More general and descriptive, often used in informal contexts.
  • Аляскиец (A slight variant, less common but interchangeable in some regions).
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as this is a specific geographic term. However, in broader contexts, it could contrast with terms like "россиянин" (Russian) for non-Alaskan identities.

Related Phrases:

• Аляскинский полуостров — The Alaskan Peninsula; refers to the geographic extension of Alaska.
• Культура алясканцев — Culture of Alaskans; used in discussions of indigenous traditions.
• Аляскинская природа — Alaskan nature; common in environmental or travel contexts.

Usage Notes:

The English word "Alaskan" directly corresponds to Russian terms like Алясканец for people and Аляскинский for descriptions, but always ensure gender agreement in Russian sentences. Use these in formal writing, such as articles or academic texts, rather than casual speech. When choosing between translations, opt for Алясканец/Алясканка for personal references and Аляскинский for attributes. Grammatically, remember that Russian adjectives must agree with the nouns they modify, which is a key difference from English.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using Алясканец for females. Correct: Алясканка. Explanation: Russian nouns have gender, so mismatching can lead to confusion; e.g., Incorrect: "Она алясканец" (She is an Alaskan). Correct: "Она алясканка."

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun in sentences. Correct: Always adjust for case, e.g., Incorrect: "Я видел алясканец" (I saw Alaskan). Correct: "Я видел алясканца" in accusative case.

Cultural Notes:

The term "Alaskan" in Russian often evokes images of indigenous cultures like the Inuit and Yupik peoples, due to Alaska's history as a former Russian territory (sold to the US in 1867). This adds a layer of historical nostalgia in Russian media, symbolizing lost imperial lands and cultural exchanges.

Related Concepts:

• Аляска
• Эскимосы
• Северная Америка