Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'aseptic'

English Word: aseptic

Key Russian Translations:

• асептический [ɐˈsʲeptʲɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, used in medical and scientific contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in professional, medical, or scientific discussions, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and adjective declensions in Russian, making it challenging for beginners but manageable for upper-intermediate learners)

Pronunciation (Russian):

асептический: [ɐˈsʲeptʲɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on асептический: The stress falls on the third syllable (as in "sep"). Pay attention to the palatalized 's' sound ([sʲ]), which is a common challenge for English speakers. Variations may occur in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Free from bacteria or other microorganisms, often in medical or sterile contexts.

Translation(s) & Context:

• асептический - Used in formal medical and scientific settings to describe techniques or environments that prevent contamination, such as in surgery or packaging.

Usage Examples:

• Врачи всегда соблюдают асептический протокол во время операций.

  Doctors always follow aseptic protocols during surgeries.

• Асептическая обработка продуктов питания помогает предотвратить пищевые отравления.

  Aseptic processing of food products helps prevent food poisoning.

• В лаборатории используется асептический метод для культивирования бактерий.

  In the laboratory, an aseptic method is used for cultivating bacteria.

• Асептический контейнер обеспечивает сохранность вакцин во время транспортировки.

  An aseptic container ensures the preservation of vaccines during transportation.

• Несоблюдение асептических норм может привести к серьезным инфекциям в больнице.

  Failure to adhere to aseptic standards can lead to serious infections in the hospital.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Асептический" is an adjective in Russian, which means it changes based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ий. Below is a table outlining its basic inflections:

Note: This adjective is regular and follows standard Russian adjective declension rules. It does not have irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • стерильный (steril'nyj) - Similar, but often implies complete sterilization; used interchangeably in some contexts.
  • антисептический (antiséptičeskij) - Focuses on preventing infection, with a slight nuance toward chemical agents.
• Antonyms:
  • септический (septičeskij) - Refers to infection or decay.
  • загрязненный (zagryážennyj) - Means contaminated or polluted.

Related Phrases:

• Асептическая упаковка - Aseptic packaging; refers to methods of preserving food or medical items without contamination.
• Асептический метод - Aseptic method; a technique used in laboratories to maintain sterility.
• Асептические условия - Aseptic conditions; describes environments free from pathogens, common in surgical settings.

Usage Notes:

"Асептический" directly corresponds to the English "aseptic" in medical and scientific contexts, emphasizing sterility without the use of chemicals (unlike "антисептический"). It is typically formal and restricted to professional settings; avoid using it in casual conversation. When choosing between translations, opt for "асептический" for general sterility and "стерильный" for complete sterilization. Grammatically, always decline it according to the noun it modifies, as Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "асептический" with "антисептический" and using it for chemical disinfection. Incorrect: Использовать асептический раствор для дезинфекции (This implies a non-chemical method). Correct: Использовать антисептический раствор для дезинфекции. Explanation: "Асептический" refers to physical barriers or environments, not chemical agents.

• Error: Failing to decline the adjective properly, e.g., using the nominative form in all cases. Incorrect: В асептический комнате (should be genitive). Correct: В асептической комнате. Explanation: Russian requires adjective-noun agreement; check the case based on sentence structure.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and medical history, the concept of "асептический" gained prominence during the 19th-century advancements in surgery, influenced by pioneers like Nikolai Pirogov. It underscores Russia's emphasis on scientific precision in healthcare, reflecting a broader cultural value of practicality and innovation in medicine, though it doesn't carry strong idiomatic connotations.

Related Concepts:

• стерилизация
• антисептика
• гигиена