Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Bronze'

English Word: bronze

Key Russian Translations:

• бронза [ˈbronzə] - [Formal, Neutral]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in historical, artistic, or material contexts)

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate, straightforward term with consistent usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

бронза: [ˈbronzə]

Note on бронза: The stress is on the first syllable. The 'р' sound is rolled slightly, typical of Russian pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Bronze as a Material or Metal Alloy

Translation(s) & Context:

• бронза - Refers to the metal alloy made of copper and tin, often used in sculptures or historical artifacts.

Usage Examples:

• Эта статуя сделана из бронзы.

  This statue is made of bronze.

• Бронза была популярным материалом в древности.

  Bronze was a popular material in ancient times.

• У нас есть бронзовые монеты из прошлого века.

  We have bronze coins from the last century.

2. Bronze as a Color

Translation(s) & Context:

• бронзовый - Used as an adjective to describe the color resembling bronze.

Usage Examples:

• Её кожа имеет бронзовый оттенок после отпуска.

  Her skin has a bronze shade after the vacation.

• Я купил бронзовую краску для картины.

  I bought bronze paint for the painting.

3. Bronze as a Medal or Achievement

Translation(s) & Context:

• бронза - Refers to a bronze medal in sports or competitions.

Usage Examples:

• Он выиграл бронзу на Олимпийских играх.

  He won bronze at the Olympic Games.

• Наша команда взяла бронзу в этом турнире.

  Our team took bronze in this tournament.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

бронза (noun, feminine, inanimate):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	бронза	бронзы
Genitive	бронзы	бронз
Dative	бронзе	бронзам
Accusative	бронзу	бронзы
Instrumental	бронзой	бронзами
Prepositional	о бронзе	о бронзах

бронзовый (adjective): Declines according to gender, number, and case, typical for Russian adjectives (e.g., бронзовый, бронзовая, бронзовое, бронзовые).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for бронза (material):

• сплав (alloy, general term)

Synonyms for бронзовый (color):

• коричневатый (brownish)

Antonyms: None directly applicable, as it is a specific material/color term.

Related Phrases:

• бронзовый век - Bronze Age (historical period)
• бронзовая медаль - Bronze medal (award in competitions)
• бронзовый загар - Bronze tan (a tanned skin tone resembling bronze)

Usage Notes:

• The word "бронза" is used both for the material and for a bronze medal in sports contexts. Context determines the meaning.
• When describing color or attributes, use the adjective "бронзовый," which must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
• The term is neutral in register and can be used in both formal and informal settings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "бронза" as an adjective. Example: *Эта статуя бронза* (incorrect).
• Correction: Use the adjective form "бронзовая." Correct: Эта статуя бронзовая.
• Explanation: "Бронза" is a noun and cannot describe another noun directly. English speakers might confuse it due to "bronze" functioning as both noun and adjective in English.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "бронза" often carries historical significance, linked to the Bronze Age (бронзовый век) and ancient artifacts. Bronze statues and monuments are also prominent in Russian cities, symbolizing historical figures or events.

Related Concepts:

• медь (copper)
• олово (tin)
• сплав (alloy)
• серебро (silver)
• золото (gold)