Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'anthropologically'

English Word: anthropologically

Key Russian Translations:

• антропологически [ɐn.trə.pə.ləˈɡʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲi] - [Formal, Academic]

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

Difficulty: Advanced (C1) (Requires familiarity with Russian grammatical structures and vocabulary related to social sciences; suitable for learners with a strong foundation in Russian.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

антропологически: [ɐn.trə.pə.ləˈɡʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲi]

Note on антропологически: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ('lo-'), which is common in Russian adverbs derived from nouns. Be mindful of the soft sign (ь) in "гʲ", which affects the pronunciation of the preceding consonant.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: In a manner relating to the study of human societies, cultures, and development (from anthropology).

Translation(s) & Context:

• антропологически - Used in formal academic writing or discussions to describe analyses or approaches based on anthropological methods, such as in research papers or lectures.

Usage Examples:

• Исследование проводилось антропологически, с акцентом на культурные традиции. (The study was conducted anthropologically, with a focus on cultural traditions.)

  English Translation: The research was carried out from an anthropological perspective, emphasizing cultural customs.

• В её работе автор подходит к проблеме антропологически, изучая социальные структуры. (In her work, the author approaches the issue anthropologically, examining social structures.)

  English Translation: In her work, the author addresses the problem from an anthropological standpoint, analyzing social frameworks.

• Антропологически анализируя историю, мы видим эволюцию человеческих обществ. (Anthropologically analyzing history, we see the evolution of human societies.)

  English Translation: By analyzing history anthropologically, we observe the development of human societies.

• Этот подход антропологически обоснован, так как учитывает этнические различия. (This approach is anthropologically justified, as it accounts for ethnic differences.)

  English Translation: This method is grounded in anthropology, considering ethnic variations.

• В курсе лекций профессор объясняет мифы антропологически. (In the lecture series, the professor explains myths anthropologically.)

  English Translation: In the lecture series, the professor interprets myths through an anthropological lens.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Антропологически is an adverb derived from the noun "антропология" (anthropology). In Russian, most adverbs ending in "-ически" do not inflect for case, number, or gender. They remain unchanged in all contexts, making this word invariable.

For comparison, if used in sentences, it does not change form:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • культурологически (kulturologicheski) - More focused on cultural studies, often used interchangeably in broader social science contexts.
  • этнографически (etnograficheski) - Emphasizes ethnographic methods, which are a subset of anthropology.
• Antonyms:
  • неантропологически (neantropologicheski) - Rarely used, but implies a non-anthropological approach.
  • технологически (tekhnologicheski) - Refers to a technological or scientific method, contrasting with human-centric analysis.

Related Phrases:

• антропологический анализ (antropologicheskiy analiz) - Anthropological analysis; a common phrase in academic research to describe detailed cultural examinations.
• подход антропологически (podkhod antropologicheski) - Anthropological approach; used when discussing methodologies in social sciences.
• антропологически ориентированный (antropologicheski orientirovannyy) - Anthropologically oriented; refers to studies or projects focused on human behavior and societies.

Usage Notes:

This translation corresponds closely to the English adverb "anthropologically," which modifies verbs or adjectives to indicate an approach based on anthropology. In Russian, use "антропологически" in formal contexts like academic papers or professional discussions. It is not suitable for casual conversation due to its specialized nature. When choosing between synonyms like "этнографически," opt for it if the focus is narrower on ethnography. Grammatically, it functions as an adverb and does not agree with nouns, making it straightforward but requiring precise sentence structure in Russian.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "антропологически" with "антропологический" (the adjective form). For example, incorrectly using "антропологический" as an adverb: Wrong: "Исследование антропологический." Correct: "Исследование проведено антропологически." Explanation: The adjective "антропологический" means "anthropological" and must be used attributively, while the adverb form is needed for manner descriptions.

• Another error is misplacing stress or pronunciation, such as stressing the wrong syllable, which can alter perceived meaning. Wrong Pronunciation: [ɐn.trəˈpə.lə.ɡʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲi] (incorrect stress). Correct: [ɐn.trə.pə.ləˈɡʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲi]. Explanation: Proper stress is crucial in Russian for clarity and natural speech.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and academia, terms like "антропологически" reflect the influence of Soviet-era anthropology, which often integrated Marxist theory into the study of human societies. This can add a layer of historical context, where anthropological analyses might emphasize socio-economic factors over purely cultural ones, helping English users understand nuances in Russian scholarly discourse.

Related Concepts:

• этнография (etnografiya)
• социология (sotsiologiya)
• культурология (kulturologiya)