Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Anatomy'

English Word: anatomy

Key Russian Translations:

• анатомия [ɐnɐˈtomʲɪjə] - [Formal, General Use]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

анатомия: [ɐnɐˈtomʲɪjə]

Note on анатомия: Stress falls on the third syllable (to). The 'я' is pronounced as a soft 'ya' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Study of the Structure of Organisms (Scientific Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• анатомия - Used in academic, medical, or scientific contexts to refer to the study of body structures.

Usage Examples:

• Она изучает анатомию человека в университете.

  She studies human anatomy at the university.

• Анатомия растений — это важная часть ботаники.

  Plant anatomy is an important part of botany.

• Врач должен хорошо знать анатомию.

  A doctor must have a good knowledge of anatomy.

• На уроке анатомии мы изучали строение сердца.

  In anatomy class, we studied the structure of the heart.

• Анатомия — это основа медицинского образования.

  Anatomy is the foundation of medical education.

2. Structure or Composition (Figurative or General Use)

Translation(s) & Context:

• анатомия - Occasionally used metaphorically to describe the detailed structure or breakdown of something non-physical (e.g., "anatomy of a problem").

Usage Examples:

• Книга описывает анатомию конфликта.

  The book describes the anatomy of a conflict.

• Мы изучили анатомию этой проблемы на собрании.

  We studied the anatomy of this problem at the meeting.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

анатомия is a feminine noun and follows the standard declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -ия.

Note: This noun is rarely used in the plural form as it generally refers to the field of study or concept.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• строение (structure, often used for specific organisms)

Note: "строение" is more specific and less academic than "анатомия," often used for describing physical structure rather than the scientific study.

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable.

Related Phrases:

• анатомия человека - Human anatomy (refers specifically to the study of the human body structure).
• анатомия животных - Animal anatomy (used in veterinary or zoological contexts).
• анатомия проблемы - Anatomy of a problem (figurative use, describing a detailed analysis).

Usage Notes:

• The term "анатомия" is predominantly used in formal, scientific, or academic contexts. It directly corresponds to the English "anatomy" in both literal (study of body structure) and figurative (detailed analysis) senses.
• In everyday conversation, Russians are unlikely to use "анатомия" outside of specific contexts like medicine or biology. For casual references to body structure, other terms like "строение тела" (body structure) might be used.
• Be mindful of the figurative usage ("anatomy of a problem"), which is less common in Russian than in English and may sound slightly academic or literary.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misusing "анатомия" in casual contexts. For example, saying "анатомия моего тела" (anatomy of my body) sounds unnatural.
  Correct Usage: Use "строение тела" or simply "тело" (body) in non-scientific speech. Example: "Строение тела у всех людей похоже" (The body structure is similar in all people).
• Error: Incorrect stress placement when pronouncing "анатомия." Stressing the first syllable (а́натомия) is wrong.
  Correct Usage: Stress the third syllable: анато́мия [ɐnɐˈtomʲɪjə].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking countries, the study of anatomy is a fundamental part of medical education, much like in the West. However, due to the Soviet legacy in science and medicine, historical texts or references to anatomy might include specific terminology or methodologies unique to that era. Additionally, anatomy as a subject is often associated with rigorous academic training, and terms like "анатомия" might evoke images of detailed dissections or medical textbooks among Russian speakers.

Related Concepts:

• физиология (physiology)
• биология (biology)
• медицина (medicine)