Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'almond'

English Word: almond

Key Russian Translations:

• миндаль [ˈmʲindalʲ] - [Neutral, Singular]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

миндаль: [ˈmʲindalʲ]

Note on миндаль: The stress falls on the first syllable. The 'д' is palatalized, which may be challenging for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Nut (Edible Seed)

Translation(s) & Context:

• миндаль - Refers to the edible nut or seed of the almond tree, commonly used in cooking or as a snack.

Usage Examples:

• Я купил миндаль на рынке.

  I bought almonds at the market.

• Миндаль добавляют в этот десерт для аромата.

  Almonds are added to this dessert for flavor.

• Она любит миндаль в шоколаде.

  She loves chocolate-covered almonds.

• Миндаль очень полезен для здоровья.

  Almonds are very beneficial for health.

• Мы используем молотый миндаль для выпечки.

  We use ground almonds for baking.

2. Almond Tree

Translation(s) & Context:

• миндаль - Can also refer to the almond tree itself, though this usage is less common and context-dependent.

Usage Examples:

• Миндаль цветёт ранней весной.

  The almond tree blooms in early spring.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

миндаль is a masculine noun. It follows the standard declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• Нет точных синонимов (No direct synonyms, as "миндаль" is specific to almonds)

Antonyms:

• Нет прямых антонимов (No direct antonyms, as it is a specific noun)

Related Phrases:

• миндальное масло - Almond oil, used in cosmetics or cooking.
• миндальное молоко - Almond milk, a popular dairy alternative.
• миндальный торт - Almond cake, a dessert made with almonds.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word "миндаль" directly corresponds to the English "almond" and is used both for the nut and, less commonly, for the tree.
• It is a neutral term with no specific formal or informal connotations.
• Be aware of context when using "миндаль" to refer to the tree, as this is less common and may require clarification (e.g., "миндальное дерево" for "almond tree").

Common Errors:

• Error: Mispronouncing "миндаль" by stressing the second syllable (e.g., [minˈdalʲ]). Correction: The stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmʲindalʲ].
• Error: Using incorrect case endings, such as saying "миндала" instead of "миндаля" in the genitive singular. Correction: Follow the standard masculine noun declension as shown in the table above.

Cultural Notes:

Almonds are not as culturally prominent in Russia as in some Mediterranean or Middle Eastern countries, where they are often associated with traditional sweets and celebrations. However, they are widely available and used in Russian baking and confectionery, often in imported forms or recipes.

Related Concepts:

• орех (nut)
• фруктовое дерево (fruit tree)
• сухофрукты (dried fruits)