Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'anabiosis'

English Word: anabiosis

Key Russian Translations:

• анабиоз /ɐˈnabʲɪɐs/ - [Formal]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in scientific and academic contexts, not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1) - Suitable for learners with a strong grasp of specialized vocabulary and Russian morphology

Pronunciation (Russian):

анабиоз: /ɐˈnabʲɪɐs/

Note on анабиоз: The stress falls on the second syllable; the palatalized 'бʲ' can be challenging for non-native speakers, as it requires a soft pronunciation similar to the English 'by' in "baby."

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Meanings and Usage:

The revival of organisms from a state of suspended animation or apparent death, often in biological or medical contexts.

Translation(s) & Context:

• анабиоз - Used in formal scientific discussions to describe the process of returning to life, such as in cryobiology or extremophile studies.

Usage Examples:

• В биологии анабиоз позволяет некоторым организмам выживать в экстремальных условиях, например, при замораживании.

  In biology, anabiosis allows some organisms to survive in extreme conditions, for example, during freezing.

• Ученые изучают анабиоз у бактерий, чтобы применить это в медицине.

  Scientists are studying anabiosis in bacteria to apply it in medicine.

• Процесс анабиоза может быть реверсивным, как в случае с некоторыми насекомыми.

  The process of anabiosis can be reversible, as in the case of some insects.

• В космонавтике анабиоз обсуждается как способ для длительных космических путешествий.

  In astronautics, anabiosis is discussed as a method for long-duration space travels.

• При анабиозе метаболические процессы организма замедляются до минимума.

  During anabiosis, the organism's metabolic processes slow down to a minimum.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Анабиоз" is a masculine noun (мужской род) in Russian, derived from Greek, and follows standard third-declension patterns with some irregularities due to its foreign origin. It is not frequently inflected in everyday use but changes based on grammatical case and number.

Note: The plural forms are less common and used when referring to multiple instances or types of anabiosis. There are no verbal inflections as this is a noun.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: возрождение (revival; more general, often used in metaphorical contexts), реанимация (reanimation; focuses on medical revival)
• Antonyms: смерть (death; direct opposite, implying permanent cessation)

Related Phrases:

• состояние анабиоза - State of suspended animation; used to describe the condition before revival.
• выход из анабиоза - Emergence from anabiosis; refers to the process of awakening from suspended state.
• искусственный анабиоз - Artificial anabiosis; common in discussions of technology or medicine.

Usage Notes:

"Анабиоз" directly corresponds to the English "anabiosis" as a scientific term, but it is more commonly used in Russian academic and technical writing. It is restricted to formal contexts, such as biology, medicine, or science fiction, and should not be used in casual conversation. When choosing between synonyms like "возрождение," opt for "анабиоз" if the context involves biological suspended animation. Grammatically, always ensure agreement in gender, number, and case, as Russian nouns require this for proper sentence structure.

Common Errors:

• Common Error: Confusing "анабиоз" with "анибиоз" (a misspelling or non-existent word). Correct Usage: Always spell it as "анабиоз." Incorrect Example: "Анибиоз у бактерий" (wrong). Correct Example: "Анабиоз у бактерий" – This error often stems from unfamiliarity with Russian phonetics.

• Common Error: Using it in the wrong case without context. Correct Usage: In sentences like "Изучение анабиоза" (Genitive case for "of anabiosis"), ensure the case matches the preposition. Incorrect Example: "Изучение анабиоз" (missing genitive ending). Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, which English learners might overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and science, "анабиоз" is often associated with pioneering work in cryobiology and space exploration, influenced by Soviet-era research. For instance, it appears in discussions of cosmonaut training and extremophile studies, reflecting Russia's historical emphasis on scientific innovation in harsh environments, such as the Arctic or space.

Related Concepts:

• криогенная заморозка (cryogenic freezing)
• гибернация (hibernation)
• реанимация (reanimation)