Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'breast'

English Word: breast

Key Russian Translations:

• грудь [ɡrutʲ] - [Neutral, Most Common]
• грудная клетка [ɡrudˈnaja ˈklʲetkə] - [Formal, Anatomical]

Frequency: High (for "грудь") / Medium (for "грудная клетка")

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for "грудь") / B1 (Intermediate for "грудная клетка")

Pronunciation (Russian):

грудь: [ɡrutʲ]

Note on грудь: The final consonant is palatalized, which is a common feature in Russian pronunciation. Ensure the "tʲ" sound is soft.

грудная клетка: [ɡrudˈnaja ˈklʲetkə]

Note on грудная клетка: Stress falls on the first syllable of each word. The "klʲ" sound is also palatalized.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Breast (as part of the female body)

Translation(s) & Context:

• грудь - Used in general and medical contexts to refer to a woman's breast.

Usage Examples:

• У неё болит грудь после кормления ребёнка.

  Her breast hurts after feeding the baby.

• Врач осмотрел её грудь на наличие уплотнений.

  The doctor examined her breast for lumps.

• Она носит специальный бюстгальтер для поддержки груди.

  She wears a special bra for breast support.

2. Breast/Chest (as part of the body in general or anatomically)

Translation(s) & Context:

• грудь - Refers to the chest area in a broader sense, applicable to both genders.
• грудная клетка - Specifically refers to the ribcage or thoracic cavity, often in medical or formal contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Он ударил себя в грудь, показывая свою гордость.

  He hit his chest to show his pride.

• Рентген показал перелом в грудной клетке.

  The X-ray showed a fracture in the ribcage.

• Дыхание затруднено из-за боли в груди.

  Breathing is difficult due to chest pain.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

грудь (feminine noun): Declines according to the 3rd declension pattern in Russian. Below is the full declension table:

грудная клетка (feminine noun phrase): The noun "клетка" declines, while "грудная" (adjective) agrees in case, number, and gender. Typically used in singular form in anatomical contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for грудь:

• перси (poetic, rare)

Note: "перси" is an archaic or poetic term, rarely used in modern Russian.

Antonyms: None directly applicable for "грудь" in the context of body parts.

Related Phrases:

• бить себя в грудь - "to beat one's chest" (to show pride or defiance)
• кормить грудью - "to breastfeed"
• грудная боль - "chest pain"

Usage Notes:

• "грудь" is the most versatile and commonly used term for both "breast" (female anatomy) and "chest" (general). Context determines the exact meaning.
• "грудная клетка" is strictly anatomical and should be used in formal or medical discussions to avoid ambiguity.
• Be mindful of cultural sensitivity when discussing "грудь" in the context of female anatomy, as direct references may be considered impolite in some settings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "грудная клетка" in casual conversation to mean "chest." Incorrect: У меня болит грудная клетка после тренировки. Correct: У меня болит грудь после тренировки. Explanation: "грудная клетка" is overly formal for everyday speech.
• Error: Mispronouncing "грудь" without palatalization. Ensure the final "tʲ" sound is softened.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, direct references to "грудь" in the context of female anatomy can be seen as indelicate in formal or unfamiliar settings. Euphemisms or medical terms may be preferred in such cases. Additionally, expressions like "бить себя в грудь" (to beat one's chest) carry a strong cultural connotation of pride or emotional expression.

Related Concepts:

• сердце (heart)
• лёгкие (lungs)
• рёбра (ribs)