Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'buxom'

English Word: buxom

Key Russian Translations:

• полногрудая /pɐl.nɐˈɡru.də.jə/ - [Adjective, used in descriptive or literary contexts, often formal or poetic]
• сочная /ˈsoʧ.nə.jə/ - [Adjective, informal, used in everyday or colloquial speech to imply fullness or attractiveness]

Frequency: Medium (This term is not extremely common in everyday Russian but appears in literature, media, or descriptive writing; it's more frequent in contexts involving physical descriptions.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding cultural nuances of body descriptions and adjective declensions; learners at this level should grasp basic inflections, but cultural sensitivity adds complexity.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

полногрудая: /pɐl.nɐˈɡru.də.jə/

сочная: /ˈsoʧ.nə.jə/

Note on полногрудая: The stress falls on the third syllable (-gru-), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the rolled 'r' sound; variations may occur in regional dialects.

Note on сочная: Pronounce the 'ch' as in 'loch' (a voiceless palatal fricative); it's softer in casual speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Describing a woman as plump, full-figured, or attractively curvaceous, often with emphasis on the bust.

Translation(s) & Context:

• полногрудая - Used in formal or literary contexts to describe physical attractiveness in a positive, aesthetic way, such as in novels or art critiques.
• сочная - Applied in informal, everyday situations, like casual conversations about appearance, but can carry a slightly playful or objectifying tone.

Usage Examples:

• Она была полногрудой красавицей, которая всегда привлекала внимание на вечеринках.

  She was a buxom beauty who always drew attention at parties.

• В старых русских сказках героини часто изображаются как сочные и полногрудые женщины.

  In old Russian fairy tales, heroines are often depicted as juicy and buxom women.

• Модель на обложке журнала выглядела сочной и уверенной в себе.

  The model on the magazine cover looked buxom and self-confident.

• Её полногрудый силуэт гармонично дополнял традиционный русский наряд.

  Her buxom silhouette harmoniously complemented the traditional Russian outfit.

• Друзья шутили, что она такая сочная, как спелый фрукт в саду.

  Friends joked that she was as buxom as a ripe fruit in the garden, highlighting a more casual, metaphorical use.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "полногрудая" and "сочная" are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern of agreement with the nouns they modify. Here's a breakdown:

These adjectives are regular and follow the first declension pattern for feminine nouns. If the noun is masculine or neuter, the adjective would change accordingly (e.g., "полногрудый" for masculine). No irregular forms here.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • красивая (krasivaya) - More general for beautiful, but can imply attractiveness without specific body focus.
  • аппетитная (appetitnaya) - Emphasizes desirability, often in informal contexts; differs by adding a sense of appeal like food.
  • рослая (roslaya) - Focuses on stature and fullness, but less on bust specifically.
• Antonyms:
  • худощавая (khudoshchavaya) - Thin or slender, contrasting with fullness.
  • стройная (stroynaya) - Slim or graceful, often implying elegance without curves.

Related Phrases:

• полногрудая женщина - A buxom woman; used to describe physical appearance in literature or casual talk.
• сочная фигура - A juicy figure; implies an attractive, full-bodied shape in informal contexts.
• аппетитная внешность - Appetizing appearance; a phrase that extends the idea of buxomness to overall allure.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, translations like "полногрудая" and "сочная" directly correspond to the English "buxom" but carry cultural nuances. "Полногрудая" is more formal and less objectifying, often used in artistic or descriptive writing, while "сочная" is informal and can sometimes sound playful or even slightly vulgar in modern contexts. English learners should note that Russian culture emphasizes modesty in body descriptions, so these words are best used in appropriate settings like literature rather than direct compliments. When choosing between translations, opt for "полногрудая" in professional or poetic contexts and "сочная" in casual conversations. Grammatically, always ensure adjective agreement with the noun's gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "полногрудая" without proper declension, e.g., saying "полногрудая мужчина" (which is incorrect as it's feminine-only). Correct: For a man, use "полногрудый" if needed, but "buxom" is typically feminine. Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender; this mistake confuses learners from gender-neutral languages.

• Error: Overusing "сочная" in formal settings, which might come across as too casual or inappropriate. Correct: In a business context, prefer "красивая" instead. Explanation: Context matters in Russian; "сочная" can imply sensuality, leading to misunderstandings for English speakers unfamiliar with connotations.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "полногрудая" often evoke images from folklore and literature, where full-figured women symbolize fertility, strength, and beauty, as seen in traditional fairy tales. However, modern Russian society, influenced by Western ideals, may view such descriptions as outdated or objectifying, so sensitivity is key when using them in conversation.

Related Concepts:

• красивая
• аппетитная
• стройная
• рослая