Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Broccoli'

English Word: Broccoli

Key Russian Translations:

• брокколи [ˈbrokːoli] - [Neutral, Commonly Used]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner to Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

брокколи: [ˈbrokːoli]

Note on брокколи: The stress is on the first syllable, which is typical for borrowed words in Russian. The double 'к' is pronounced distinctly.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A type of green vegetable

Translation(s) & Context:

• брокколи - Refers to the vegetable 'broccoli,' used in culinary contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Я купил брокколи на рынке.

  I bought broccoli at the market.

• Брокколи очень полезна для здоровья.

  Broccoli is very good for your health.

• Ты любишь суп из брокколи?

  Do you like broccoli soup?

• Мы готовим брокколи на пару.

  We steam broccoli.

• В этом салате есть брокколи и морковь.

  This salad has broccoli and carrots.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The word брокколи is a borrowed term in Russian and is treated as a neuter noun. It is indeclinable, meaning it does not change form regardless of case or number. It remains 'брокколи' in all grammatical contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• спаржевая капуста (less common, literally 'asparagus cabbage')

Note: 'спаржевая капуста' is rarely used in everyday speech; 'брокколи' is the dominant term.

Antonyms:

• None (as it is a specific vegetable with no direct opposite)

Related Phrases:

• суп из брокколи - Broccoli soup, a common dish.
• брокколи на пару - Steamed broccoli, a healthy cooking method.
• салат с брокколи - Salad with broccoli, often mixed with other vegetables.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word 'брокколи' is a direct borrowing from English and is universally understood in Russia, especially in urban areas and among younger generations.
• It is used in neutral and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about food, cooking, or healthy eating.
• As an indeclinable noun, it does not change form, which simplifies its use for learners but may feel unnatural to native speakers in certain grammatical constructions.

Common Errors:

• Error: Attempting to decline 'брокколи' as a regular Russian noun (e.g., saying 'брокколей' in instrumental case).
  Correct Usage: Always use 'брокколи' unchanged, e.g., "Я готовлю с брокколи" (I cook with broccoli).
  Explanation: Since it is a borrowed word, it remains invariant in Russian grammar.
• Error: Misplacing stress on the second syllable ([brokˈkoli] instead of [ˈbrokːoli]).
  Correct Usage: Stress the first syllable as [ˈbrokːoli].
  Explanation: Incorrect stress can make the word sound unnatural to native speakers.

Cultural Notes:

Broccoli is not a traditional vegetable in Russian cuisine, which historically relied on root vegetables like potatoes, beets, and cabbage. However, with globalization and the rise of health-conscious eating, 'брокколи' has become more common in supermarkets and recipes, especially in urban areas. It is often associated with Western or modern diets.

Related Concepts:

• капуста (cabbage)
• цветная капуста (cauliflower)
• овощи (vegetables)