Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'calorie'

English Word: calorie

Key Russian Translations:

• калория [kɐˈlorʲɪjə] - [Formal, Scientific, Common]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

калория: [kɐˈlorʲɪjə]

Note on калория: The stress falls on the second syllable ('lo'). The 'r' sound is rolled, typical of Russian pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Unit of Energy (Scientific/Nutritional Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• калория - Used in scientific, nutritional, and everyday contexts to refer to a unit of energy, especially in relation to food.

Usage Examples:

• В этом блюде содержится 500 калорий.

  This dish contains 500 calories.

• Мне нужно сократить количество калорий в моём рационе.

  I need to reduce the number of calories in my diet.

• Калория — это единица измерения энергии.

  A calorie is a unit of energy measurement.

• Сколько калорий ты потребляешь в день?

  How many calories do you consume per day?

• На упаковке указаны калории на 100 граммов продукта.

  The package lists calories per 100 grams of the product.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The Russian word калория is a feminine noun. It follows the standard declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -я.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• килокалория (kilocalorie - often used interchangeably in nutritional contexts, though technically different)

Note: кикокалория refers to 1,000 calories and is often used on food labels, which can cause confusion for learners.

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable

Related Phrases:

• считать калории - "to count calories" (tracking food energy intake)
• низкокалорийный продукт - "low-calorie product" (food with reduced energy content)
• высококалорийная еда - "high-calorie food" (energy-dense food)

Usage Notes:

• The term калория is directly borrowed from Latin via other European languages and is used in Russian in the same scientific and nutritional contexts as in English.
• In everyday Russian, people might use килокалория (kilocalorie) when discussing food energy, even if they mean "calorie." Be aware of this potential mix-up when reading food labels or discussing diets.
• The word is formal and neutral, suitable for both written and spoken contexts, especially in health, fitness, and science discussions.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing калория with килокалория. English speakers might assume they are identical, but in Russian nutritional contexts, килокалория is often implied on food packaging.

  Incorrect: Эта еда содержит 500 калорий. (Understood as 500 small calories, not kilocalories)

  Correct: Эта еда содержит 500 килокалорий. (Correct for food energy context)

• Error: Misplacing stress in pronunciation. Stressing the first syllable ('ka') instead of the second ('lo') can make the word sound unnatural.

  Incorrect pronunciation: [ˈkɐlorʲɪjə]

  Correct pronunciation: [kɐˈlorʲɪjə]

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking countries, calorie counting and dietary awareness have become more prominent in recent years, especially in urban areas and among younger generations. Discussions about калории often appear in the context of health trends, fitness, and weight management, much like in English-speaking cultures. However, traditional Russian cuisine tends to be hearty and calorie-dense, so the concept might not be as universally emphasized in older generations or rural areas.

Related Concepts:

• килокалория (kilocalorie)
• энергия (energy)
• питание (nutrition)
• диета (diet)