Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'apocalyptic'

English Word: apocalyptic

Key Russian Translations:

• апокалиптический [a.pɐ.kə.lʲɪpˈtʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj] - [Formal, Literary]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in literary, religious, or news contexts; not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian adjectives and abstract concepts)

Pronunciation (Russian):

апокалиптический: [a.pɐ.kə.lʲɪpˈtʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj]

Note on апокалиптический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("tʲi"), which can be tricky for learners due to the word's length and consonant clusters. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to the Apocalypse, end of the world, or something catastrophic and prophetic.

Translation(s) & Context:

• апокалиптический - Used in formal or literary contexts to describe events, visions, or scenarios involving destruction or divine revelation, often in religious, sci-fi, or news discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Фильм рисует апокалиптический пейзаж, где города лежат в руинах.

  English translation: The film depicts an apocalyptic landscape where cities lie in ruins.

• Русский пример: В его проповеди звучали апокалиптические предупреждения о грядущих катастрофах.

  English translation: In his sermon, there were apocalyptic warnings about upcoming catastrophes.

• Русский пример: Книга описывает апокалиптический сценарий, вызванный климатическими изменениями.

  English translation: The book describes an apocalyptic scenario caused by climate change.

• Русский пример: Апокалиптический тон её речи заставил аудиторию задуматься о будущем.

  English translation: The apocalyptic tone of her speech made the audience reflect on the future.

• Русский пример: В апокалиптическом видении пророка описывается конец света.

  English translation: In the prophet's apocalyptic vision, the end of the world is described.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Апокалиптический is an adjective in Russian, which inflects based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ий. Below is a table of its basic forms:

Note: This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward once the basic rules are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • катастрофический (katastroficheskiy) - More general for disastrous events.
  • разрушительный (razrushitel'nyy) - Emphasizes destruction, often in a physical sense.
• Antonyms:
  • оптимистический (optimisticheskiy) - Conveys a positive or hopeful outlook.
  • мирный (mirnyy) - Means peaceful, contrasting with catastrophic themes.

Related Phrases:

• Апокалиптический сценарий - An apocalyptic scenario; used in discussions of potential disasters or end-times prophecies.
• Апокалиптическое видение - An apocalyptic vision; refers to prophetic or nightmare-like foresight in literature or religion.
• Апокалиптическая литература - Apocalyptic literature; denotes works dealing with end-of-the-world themes, like in Russian sci-fi.

Usage Notes:

Апокалиптический directly corresponds to the English "apocalyptic" as an adjective, often in contexts involving biblical references, environmental crises, or speculative fiction. It is typically formal and not used in casual conversation; opt for simpler synonyms in everyday Russian. When choosing between translations, use апокалиптический for precise, religious or literary connotations. Grammatically, ensure agreement in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as Russian adjectives must.

• In religious contexts, it evokes the Book of Revelation (Откровение Иоанна).
• Avoid overuse in spoken language to prevent sounding overly dramatic.

Common Errors:

English learners often misuse the word by forgetting adjective agreement. For example:

• Error: *Апокалиптический сценарий (incorrect if referring to a feminine noun, but in this case, it's correct; a common mistake is using the masculine form with a feminine noun like "катастрофа").
• Correct: Апокалиптическая катастрофа (for a feminine noun). Explanation: Always match the adjective's ending to the noun's gender and case to avoid grammatical errors.
• Another error: Confusing it with "апокалипсис" (apocalypse as a noun), leading to incorrect phrasing like *Апокалиптический апокалипсис. Correct: Use in phrases like "апокалиптическое событие" for clarity.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "апокалиптический" often ties to Orthodox Christian traditions, referencing the Apocalypse in literature like Dostoevsky's works or Soviet-era sci-fi. It can carry a sense of fatalism, reflecting historical events like wars or revolutions, helping users understand its deeper, culturally infused connotations in modern Russian discourse.

Related Concepts:

• конец света (end of the world)
• пророчество (prophecy)
• катастрофа (catastrophe)