Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'anus'

English Word: anus

Key Russian Translations:

• анус [ˈanus] - [Formal, Medical]
• задний проход [ˈzadnʲɪj prɐˈxot] - [Informal, Colloquial]

Frequency: Low (specialized or sensitive term, not commonly used in everyday speech)

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for "анус" due to medical context); A1 (Beginner for "задний проход" due to simpler colloquial usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

анус: [ˈanus]

Note on анус: Stress is on the first syllable, pronounced similarly to the English word but with a rolled 'r' sound absent.

задний проход: [ˈzadnʲɪj prɐˈxot]

Note on задний проход: Stress falls on the first syllable of "задний" and the second syllable of "проход". The 'р' is rolled, and 'х' is a guttural sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Anatomical Term (Medical Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• анус - Used in medical, scientific, or formal contexts to refer to the anatomical structure.

Usage Examples:

• Врач осмотрел анус пациента на наличие патологий.

  The doctor examined the patient's anus for any abnormalities.

• Анальная область требует особого ухода после операции.

  The anal area requires special care after surgery.

• Анальные мышцы играют важную роль в организме.

  Anal muscles play an important role in the body.

2. Colloquial Reference (Informal Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• задний проход - A more informal and colloquial way to refer to the anus, often used in everyday speech or humor.

Usage Examples:

• Он упал прямо на задний проход, было очень смешно.

  He fell right on his backside, it was very funny.

• Не сиди на холодном, а то задний проход простудишь.

  Don't sit on something cold, or you'll catch a chill in your backside.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

анус (anus): Masculine noun, follows the second declension pattern in Russian grammar.

задний проход (back passage): Compound noun phrase, where "задний" (adjective) agrees with "проход" (masculine noun) in case, number, and gender. Only "проход" declines as a second declension noun, while "задний" changes accordingly.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for анус:

• сфинктер (more specific to the muscle, medical context)

Synonyms for задний проход:

• попа (slang, very informal, often refers to buttocks)
• задница (slang, informal, often refers to buttocks)

Antonyms: None directly applicable for this term.

Note: Synonyms like "попа" and "задница" often shift meaning to "buttocks" rather than strictly "anus", so context is key.

Related Phrases:

• анальная область - Refers to the "anal area" or surrounding region (medical context).
• задний проход болит - Translates to "the backside hurts", used colloquially for discomfort.

Usage Notes:

• "анус" is strictly formal and used in medical or scientific discussions. It is not appropriate for casual conversation and may sound overly clinical.
• "задний проход" is more common in informal speech but can still be considered sensitive or impolite depending on the context or audience.
• When choosing between the two, consider the setting: use "анус" in professional or educational contexts, and "задний проход" only if an informal tone is acceptable.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "анус" in casual conversation. Example of incorrect usage: "У меня болит анус" (sounds overly formal or awkward). Correct usage: "У меня болит задний проход" (more natural in informal settings).
• Error: Confusing "задний проход" with terms for buttocks like "попа". Example of incorrect usage: Referring to sitting on a cold surface as affecting "попа" when meaning "задний проход". Correct usage: Use "задний проход" specifically for anatomical reference, not general slang.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, direct references to body parts like the anus are generally avoided in polite conversation. Terms like "задний проход" may be used humorously or in very close, informal settings, but caution is advised to avoid offending others. Medical terms like "анус" are strictly reserved for professional contexts.

Related Concepts:

• сфинктер (sphincter)
• прямая кишка (rectum)
• анальная область (anal area)