Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'beefy'

English Word: beefy

Key Russian Translations:

• мускулистый [mʊskʊˈlʲistɨj] - [Informal, often used in casual descriptions of physical build]
• крепкий [ˈkrʲepkʲɪj] - [Formal, broader context for strength, not exclusively muscular]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday conversations about physical appearance or food, but not as ubiquitous as basic adjectives like "big").

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjectives and their inflections, though the vocabulary itself is not overly complex for learners beyond beginner level).

Pronunciation (Russian):

мускулистый: [mʊskʊˈlʲistɨj]

крепкий: [ˈkrʲepkʲɪj]

Note on мускулистый: The stress falls on the third syllable ("lis-"), and the "лʲ" sound is a soft "l", which can be challenging for English speakers; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Muscular or physically strong (primary meaning of 'beefy')

Translation(s) & Context:

• мускулистый - Used in informal contexts to describe someone with well-developed muscles, such as athletes or bodybuilders.
• крепкий - Applied in more formal or general contexts for overall strength, but can imply a beefy build in physical descriptions.

Usage Examples:

• Он такой мускулистый, что легко поднимает тяжелые грузы.

  He is so beefy that he easily lifts heavy loads.

• Этот актер всегда играет роли крепких, мускулистых героев в боевиках.

  This actor always plays roles of beefy, muscular heroes in action movies.

• После месяца тренировок, его руки стали более крепкими и мускулистыми.

  After a month of training, his arms became more beefy and muscular.

• В тренажерном зале много мускулистых парней, которые выглядят как профессиональные атлеты.

  In the gym, there are many beefy guys who look like professional athletes.

• Ее крепкий телосложение делает ее идеальной для ролей в исторических фильмах.

  Her beefy build makes her perfect for roles in historical films.

Substantial or hearty (e.g., in reference to food)

Translation(s) & Context:

• крепкий - In food contexts, implies a hearty or substantial quality, though less direct than for physical strength.
• мускулистый - Rarely used for food; instead, consider сытный for a more accurate "beefy" meal.

Usage Examples:

• Этот суп крепкий и сытный, как раз для холодной зимы.

  This soup is beefy and hearty, just right for a cold winter.

• В ресторане подают крепкие блюда с мясом, которые оставляют ощущение сытости.

  The restaurant serves beefy dishes with meat that leave you feeling full.

• Его фирменное рагу всегда выходит крепким и ароматным.

  His signature stew always turns out beefy and flavorful.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "мускулистый" and "крепкий" are adjectives, which in Russian inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow standard patterns for first-declension adjectives.

Note: These adjectives are regular and follow the standard pattern. They do not have irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • сильный (strong) - Similar to крепкий but emphasizes power more than build.
  • атлетичный (athletic) - Often interchangeable with мускулистый in sports contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • слабый (weak) - Direct opposite, implying lack of strength or muscle.
  • худой (thin) - Contrasts with beefy in terms of physical appearance.

Related Phrases:

• мускулистый парень - A beefy guy; used in casual conversations about appearance.
• крепкий телосложение - Beefy build; common in fitness or health discussions.
• сытный и крепкий ужин - A hearty and beefy dinner; refers to substantial meals.

Usage Notes:

"Beefy" in English often connotes a positive, informal sense of muscularity or substance, which aligns closely with "мускулистый" in Russian for physical descriptions. However, "крепкий" is more versatile and can be used in formal contexts. Choose "мускулистый" for everyday, slangy talk, but avoid it in professional settings where "крепкий" might be more appropriate. Grammatically, always ensure the adjective agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as Russian requires this for proper sentence structure.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using "мускулистый" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "мускулистый женщина" instead of "мускулистая женщина".
  Correct: Ensure agreement, as in "мускулистая женщина" for a female subject.
  Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; this is a common oversight for English speakers used to invariant adjectives.
• Mistake: Confusing "мускулистый" with "крепкий" in food contexts, leading to awkward phrasing like "мускулистый суп".
  Correct: Use "крепкий" or "sытный" for food; e.g., "крепкий суп".
  Explanation: "Мускулистый" is primarily for physical bodies, not edibles, which can make sentences sound literal or humorous if misused.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "мускулистый" often appear in contexts related to physical fitness and sports, reflecting the importance of health and strength in society. For instance, in literature or media, beefy characters might symbolize heroism or resilience, as seen in classic Russian tales or modern action films, where physical prowess is idealized.

Related Concepts:

• атлетичный (athletic)
• спортивный (sporty)
• сильный (strong)