Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'auxin'

English Word: auxin

Key Russian Translations:

• ауксин (auksin) [ɐˈʊksʲɪn] - [Technical, Scientific; Used in formal contexts such as biology and botany]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily appears in scientific literature or educational contexts, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and basic Russian grammar, as it involves technical terms not commonly encountered in beginner levels.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

ауксин: [ɐˈʊksʲɪn]

Note on ауксин: The stress falls on the second syllable, which is common in Russian loanwords from English. Be mindful of the palatalized 'сʲ' sound, which can be tricky for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A plant hormone that promotes growth and development in plants.

Translation(s) & Context:

• ауксин - Used in scientific discussions about plant biology, such as in research papers or educational materials.

Usage Examples:

• В корнях растений ауксин стимулирует рост клеток.

  In plant roots, auxin stimulates cell growth.

• Ауксин играет ключевую роль в фототропизме у растений.

  Auxin plays a key role in phototropism in plants.

• Ученые изучают, как ауксин влияет на развитие стеблей.

  Scientists study how auxin affects stem development.

• При дефиците ауксина растения могут замедлить рост.

  In the absence of auxin, plants may slow their growth.

• Ауксин синтезируется в молодых частях растения.

  Auxin is synthesized in the young parts of the plant.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Ауксин is a masculine noun (мужской род) in Russian, borrowed from English, and it follows standard noun declension patterns for inanimate objects. It is relatively invariable in modern usage but can inflect based on case and number. Below is a table of its basic inflections:

Note: As a scientific term, it is often used in its nominative form and may not inflect in all contexts, especially in technical writing.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • фитогормон (phitogormon) - A broader term for plant hormones, often used interchangeably in general contexts.
  • ростовой гормон (rostovoy gormon) - Emphasizes the growth aspect, with a slight difference in connotation toward developmental effects.
• Antonyms:
  • ингибитор роста (inhibitor rosta) - Refers to substances that inhibit growth, contrasting with auxin's promotional role.

Related Phrases:

• Ауксин в растительном росте - Auxin in plant growth; Used in discussions about hormonal influences on vegetation.
• Синтез ауксина - Synthesis of auxin; Common in scientific contexts describing hormone production.
• Ауксин и геотропизм - Auxin and geotropism; Refers to how auxin affects plant responses to gravity.

Usage Notes:

Auxin translates directly to "ауксин" in Russian and is primarily used in scientific or academic settings. It corresponds precisely to the English term as a plant hormone, but English speakers should note that Russian scientific terminology often retains loanwords like this without alteration. Be cautious with context: use it in formal, technical discussions rather than casual conversation. When choosing between synonyms like "фитогормон," opt for "ауксин" if specificity to auxin is needed. Grammatically, as a masculine noun, it requires appropriate adjective agreements (e.g., "этот ауксин" for "this auxin").

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the word in the wrong case, e.g., saying "в ауксин" instead of "в ауксине" (in the prepositional case).

  Correct: "В ауксине содержится ключевой элемент роста." (In auxin, there is a key growth element.)

  Explanation: Russian requires proper case agreement; "в ауксин" is grammatically incorrect because it doesn't match the prepositional case.

• Error: Confusing it with similar terms, e.g., using "гормон" alone, which is too vague.

  Correct: Specify "ауксин" for accuracy, as in "Ауксин регулирует рост."

  Explanation: "Гормон" means "hormone" generally, so it doesn't convey the specific meaning of auxin, leading to imprecision in scientific contexts.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian scientific literature, terms like "ауксин" reflect the influence of Western biology on Soviet and post-Soviet education. It doesn't carry strong cultural connotations but highlights Russia's emphasis on botany and agriculture in education, stemming from historical agricultural policies.

Related Concepts:

• гормон роста (hormone of growth)
• фототропизм (phototropism)
• геотропизм (geotropism)