Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Antler'

English Word: antler

Key Russian Translations:

• рог [rɒk] - [Singular, General Use]
• рога [rɒˈɡa] - [Plural, Common in Context of Multiple Antlers]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

рог: [rɒk]

Note on рог: The stress is on the single syllable, pronounced with a rolled 'r' sound, which might be challenging for non-native speakers.

рога: [rɒˈɡa]

Note on рога: Stress falls on the second syllable, with a clear 'a' sound at the end.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Antler as a Branched Horn of a Deer

Translation(s) & Context:

• рог - Used for a single antler, often in scientific or descriptive contexts.
• рога - Refers to multiple antlers, commonly used when describing a deer's head.

Usage Examples:

• У оленя вырос новый рог.

  The deer grew a new antler.

• На стене висят рога оленя.

  Antlers of a deer are hanging on the wall.

• Рог был острый и крепкий.

  The antler was sharp and strong.

• Охотник нашел рога в лесу.

  The hunter found antlers in the forest.

• Рога этого оленя впечатляют.

  The antlers of this deer are impressive.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

рог (Singular, Masculine Noun):

рога (Plural, Masculine Noun):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• ветвь рога (branch of an antler, less common)

Note: Synonyms are rare for this specific term, as "рог/рога" is the dominant word for antler.

Antonyms:

• None (Antlers do not have a direct antonym in Russian)

Related Phrases:

• ветвистые рога - Branched antlers; often used to describe complex or large antlers.
• сбросить рога - To shed antlers; refers to the natural process in deer.
• рога оленя - Deer antlers; a common descriptive phrase.

Usage Notes:

• In Russian, "рог" is used for a single antler, while "рога" refers to multiple antlers. This distinction is important when describing one versus many.
• The word "рог" can also mean "horn" in other contexts (e.g., drinking horn or musical horn), so context is key to avoid ambiguity.
• In everyday speech, "рога" is more commonly heard, especially in hunting or decorative contexts (e.g., antlers on a wall).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "рог" when referring to multiple antlers.
  Incorrect: У оленя красивый рог. (Intending to say "beautiful antlers")
  Correct: У оленя красивые рога.
  Explanation: "Рог" is singular, so for multiple antlers, always use the plural "рога".
• Error: Misusing "рог" in idiomatic expressions.
  Incorrect: Он поставил мне рог. (Intending to say "he cheated on me")
  Correct: Он наставил мне рога.
  Explanation: The idiom for "cheating" (as in infidelity) uses the plural "рога" in a specific construction.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, antlers ("рога") are often associated with hunting traditions and are commonly displayed as trophies in homes or lodges. Additionally, the phrase "наставить рога" (to put horns on someone) is a colloquial expression meaning to cheat on a spouse, reflecting a cultural metaphor tied to the imagery of horns or antlers.

Related Concepts:

• олень (deer)
• охота (hunting)
• трофей (trophy)