Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'amniotic'

English Word: amniotic

Key Russian Translations:

• амниотический [/amniˈɔtɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj/] - [Formal, Medical]

Frequency: Low (This term is primarily used in medical and scientific contexts, making it uncommon in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: C1 (Advanced) - Suitable for learners with a strong grasp of Russian grammar and vocabulary, especially in technical fields like biology or medicine.

Pronunciation (Russian):

амниотический: /amniˈɔtɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj/

Note on амниотический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("ɔtɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj"), and the "т͡ɕ" sound is a palatalized affricate, which can be challenging for non-native speakers. Pronounce it with a soft, flowing rhythm typical of Russian adjectives.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Relating to the amnion or amniotic fluid in embryology and medicine.

Translation(s) & Context:

• амниотический - Used in formal medical discussions, such as describing fluids or membranes in prenatal care (e.g., in scientific papers or doctor-patient consultations).

Usage Examples:

• Амниотическая жидкость играет ключевую роль в развитии плода.

  Amniotic fluid plays a key role in the development of the fetus.

• Врачи анализируют амниотический мешок для выявления генетических аномалий.

  Doctors analyze the amniotic sac to detect genetic anomalies.

• Амниотический период беременности требует особого внимания от специалистов.

  The amniotic period of pregnancy requires special attention from specialists.

• Исследования показывают, что амниотический стволовые клетки имеют огромный потенциал.

  Studies show that amniotic stem cells have enormous potential.

• Во время родов амниотический пузырь разрывается естественным образом.

  During labor, the amniotic sac breaks naturally.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Амниотический" is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard adjectival declension patterns. It changes based on gender, number, and case, as Russian adjectives do. This word is derived from the noun "амнион" and is invariable in its root but inflects regularly.

Note: This is a regular first-declension adjective, so it follows standard rules without irregularities.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • околоплодный (more general term for surrounding the fetus, often used interchangeably in non-technical contexts)
  • эмбриональный (embryonic, emphasizing early development stages)
• Antonyms:
  • постэмбриональный (post-embryonic, referring to stages after the embryonic period)

Brief note: "Околоплодный" is a synonym but may carry a slightly broader connotation in everyday medical Russian, while "эмбриональный" focuses on embryonic aspects.

Related Phrases:

• Амниотическая жидкость - Refers to the fluid surrounding the fetus in the womb.
• Амниотический мешок - Describes the sac that contains the amniotic fluid.
• Амниотический анализ - Means amniotic fluid analysis, used in prenatal testing.

Usage Notes:

This translation corresponds directly to the English "amniotic" in medical and biological contexts. It is typically used in formal settings, such as scientific literature or clinical discussions, and should be paired with appropriate nouns (e.g., "жидкость" for fluid). English learners should note that Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify, which can affect sentence structure. When choosing between translations like "амниотический" and "околоплодный," opt for the former in precise medical contexts for accuracy.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "амниотический" without proper declension, e.g., saying "амниотический жидкость" instead of "амниотическая жидкость" (feminine noun requires feminine form).

  Correct: Амниотическая жидкость. Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; here, "жидкость" is feminine, so the adjective ends in "-ая".

• Error: Confusing it with "эмбриональный," leading to misuse in contexts specific to amniotic fluid.

  Correct: Use "амниотический" for amnion-related terms. Explanation: "Эмбриональный" is broader and refers to embryonic development in general, not specifically the amnion.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian medical culture, terms like "амниотический" are heavily influenced by international scientific standards, often derived from Latin roots similar to English. This reflects Russia's integration into global medicine, but in everyday language, more accessible synonyms like "околоплодный" might be used in patient education to avoid overly technical jargon.

Related Concepts:

• эмбрион
• плацента
• стволовые клетки