Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'bipedal'

English Word: bipedal

Key Russian Translations:

• двуногий [dvuˈnoɡʲɪj] - [Formal, used in scientific or biological contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation but appears in specialized fields like biology or anthropology.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, based on CEFR standards; requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and adjective inflections, making it challenging for beginners.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

двуногий: [dvuˈnoɡʲɪj]

Note on двуногий: The stress falls on the second syllable ("noɡʲɪj"). Be mindful of the soft sign (ʲ) which indicates palatalization, a common feature in Russian that can be tricky for English speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Referring to an organism or entity that walks or stands on two legs, often in biological or anatomical contexts.

Translation(s) & Context:

• двуногий - Used in formal, scientific discussions, such as describing humans or certain animals in evolutionary biology.

Usage Examples:

• Человек — это классический пример двуногого существа в эволюционной биологии.

  Humans are a classic example of a bipedal creature in evolutionary biology.

• Двуногие животные, такие как птицы, развили эту способность для лучшей мобильности.

  Bipedal animals, such as birds, have developed this ability for better mobility.

• В палеонтологии часто изучают скелеты двуногих динозавров.

  In paleontology, skeletons of bipedal dinosaurs are often studied.

• Роботы с двуногими конструкциями предназначены для имитации человеческой походки.

  Robots with bipedal designs are intended to imitate human walking.

• Адаптация к двуногому передвижению помогла предкам человека высвободить руки для инструментов.

  Adaptation to bipedal movement helped human ancestors free their hands for tools.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Двуногий" is an adjective in Russian, which means it inflects based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a regular pattern for most cases, but they must agree with the noun they modify. Below is a table outlining its basic inflections:

Note: This adjective follows regular hard-stem patterns, so there are no irregularities, but always ensure agreement with the noun's gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • двуногое (more noun-like, used in specific contexts like "bipedal being") - Often interchangeable but slightly more descriptive.
  • двуножный (less common, archaic variant)
• Antonyms:
  • четвероногий (quadrupedal)
  • многоногий (multipodal)

Related Phrases:

• Двуногие существа — Bipedal beings (refers to organisms that walk on two legs, commonly in scientific discussions).
• Двуногая походка — Bipedal gait (describes the walking style, often in anatomy or robotics).
• Эволюция двуногих — Evolution of bipeds (a phrase used in paleontology to discuss human ancestry).

Usage Notes:

This translation corresponds closely to the English "bipedal," which is an adjective describing locomotion on two limbs. In Russian, use "двуногий" in formal or academic settings, as it maintains a neutral tone. Be cautious with gender agreement: for example, pair it with masculine nouns like "человек" (human) as "двуногий человек." If the context involves multiple items, opt for the plural form. When choosing between translations, "двуногий" is preferred for adjectives, while "двуногое" might be used for nominal phrases. Avoid casual speech; this term is best for written or professional contexts.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "двуногий" without proper case agreement, e.g., saying "о двуногий существо" instead of "о двуногом существе" (genitive case required after prepositions like "о").

  Correct: "О двуногом существе" - Explanation: Russian requires adjectives to inflect based on the noun's case; always check the noun's role in the sentence.

• Error: Confusing it with "четвероногий" (quadrupedal) when describing animals, leading to misuse in biological contexts.

  Correct: Use "двуногий" only for two-legged entities; for example, "Птицы — двуногие" vs. incorrect "Птицы — четвероногие."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and scientific discourse, terms like "двуногий" are often linked to discussions of human evolution and anthropology, influenced by Soviet-era biology education. It highlights Russia's emphasis on natural sciences, where concepts from Darwinism are frequently explored in literature and media, such as in works by writers like Yuri Tynyanov.

Related Concepts:

• четвероногий (quadrupedal)
• многоногий (multipodal)
• эволюция (evolution)