Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'applause'

English Word: applause

Key Russian Translations:

• аплодисменты [ɐplɐˈdʲismʲɪntɨ] - [Plural, Formal/Neutral]
• рукоплескания [rʊkɐˈplʲeskənʲɪjə] - [Plural, Formal, Literary]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for "аплодисменты"; B2 for "рукоплескания")

Pronunciation (Russian):

аплодисменты: [ɐplɐˈdʲismʲɪntɨ]

Note on аплодисменты: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "ы" sound at the end is a soft vowel unique to Russian.

рукоплескания: [rʊkɐˈplʲeskənʲɪjə]

Note on рукоплескания: Stress on the third syllable. This word is less common and may sound archaic to modern speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Expression of approval by clapping hands

Translation(s) & Context:

• аплодисменты - Commonly used in everyday speech for clapping at concerts, speeches, or performances.
• рукоплескания - Used in formal or literary contexts, often in historical or ceremonial descriptions.

Usage Examples:

• Зал разразился аплодисментами после выступления.

  The hall burst into applause after the performance.

• Её речь вызвала громкие аплодисменты.

  Her speech elicited loud applause.

• В старых хрониках описаны рукоплескания в честь короля.

  Old chronicles describe applause in honor of the king.

• Аплодисменты продолжались несколько минут.

  The applause lasted for several minutes.

• Рукоплескания приветствовали нового лидера.

  Applause welcomed the new leader.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

аплодисменты: This is a plural-only noun in Russian (no singular form exists). It follows the standard declension pattern for plural nouns.

рукоплескания: Also a plural-only noun, with a more formal tone. Declension follows a similar pattern to "аплодисменты."

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• овации (ovations - stronger, more enthusiastic applause)

Note: "овации" implies a higher level of enthusiasm compared to "аплодисменты."

Antonyms:

• освистывание (booing - expressing disapproval)

Related Phrases:

• громкие аплодисменты - loud applause (used for strong approval)
• бурные аплодисменты - thunderous applause (very enthusiastic)
• разразиться аплодисментами - to burst into applause (sudden and collective clapping)

Usage Notes:

• "аплодисменты" is the default term for "applause" in most contexts and is widely understood by all Russian speakers. Use this in everyday situations.
• "рукоплескания" is rare in modern speech and may sound outdated or overly formal. It is mostly found in literature or historical contexts.
• Both terms are plural-only nouns in Russian, so they do not have a singular form. This is important when constructing sentences.

Common Errors:

• Error: Attempting to use "аплодисмент" (singular form) instead of "аплодисменты." Incorrect: "Я услышал аплодисмент." Correct: "Я услышал аплодисменты."
• Error: Using "рукоплескания" in casual conversation, which can sound unnatural. Reserve it for formal or literary contexts.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, applause is a common gesture of appreciation at cultural events like concerts, theater performances, and speeches. Prolonged or rhythmic clapping can signal a demand for an encore, especially in theater settings.

Related Concepts:

• овации (ovations)
• приветствие (greeting/welcome)
• одобрение (approval)