Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Cauliflower'

English Word: Cauliflower

Key Russian Translations:

• цветная капуста [tsvetˈnaja kaˈpusta] - [Neutral, Common]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

цветная капуста: [tsvetˈnaja kaˈpusta]

Note on цветная капуста: Stress falls on the second syllable of "цветная" and the second syllable of "капуста". The "ц" sound is a unique Russian affricate, pronounced like "ts".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Vegetable (Edible Plant Head)

Translation(s) & Context:

• цветная капуста - Refers to the edible vegetable commonly used in cooking.

Usage Examples:

• Я купил цветную капусту на рынке.

  I bought cauliflower at the market.

• Цветная капуста очень полезна для здоровья.

  Cauliflower is very good for health.

• Как приготовить цветную капусту в духовке?

  How to cook cauliflower in the oven?

• Мы добавили цветную капусту в суп.

  We added cauliflower to the soup.

• Цветная капуста хорошо сочетается с сыром.

  Cauliflower pairs well with cheese.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

цветная капуста is a feminine compound noun. It follows the standard declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in "-а". Below is the declension table for singular and plural forms:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• нет (No direct synonyms, as it is a specific vegetable)

Antonyms:

• нет (No direct antonyms, as it is a specific vegetable)

Note: Since "cauliflower" refers to a specific type of vegetable, there are no direct synonyms or antonyms in Russian. It is usually referred to by this exact term.

Related Phrases:

• цветная капуста в кляре - Cauliflower in batter (a popular dish).
• цветная капуста с чесноком - Cauliflower with garlic (a common recipe).
• запеканка из цветной капусты - Cauliflower casserole (a baked dish).

Usage Notes:

• The term "цветная капуста" is a direct and literal translation of "cauliflower" in Russian, meaning "colored cabbage". It is the only commonly used term for this vegetable.
• It is used in neutral and formal contexts, especially in cooking, grocery shopping, or dietary discussions.
• Be mindful of the grammatical gender (feminine) and the compound nature of the phrase when using it in sentences, as both parts decline according to the case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Incorrect declension, such as using "цветная капуста" in genitive as "цветная капуста" instead of "цветной капусты".
  Correct: У меня нет цветной капусты. (I don’t have any cauliflower.)
  Incorrect: У меня нет цветная капуста.
• Error: Translating "cauliflower" as simply "капуста" (cabbage), which refers to a different vegetable.
  Correct: Always use "цветная капуста" to specify cauliflower.
  Incorrect: Я купил капусту. (This means "I bought cabbage", not cauliflower.)

Cultural Notes:

Cauliflower is a popular vegetable in Russian cuisine, often used in soups, casseroles, or fried dishes. It is considered a healthy and versatile ingredient, similar to its perception in Western cultures. In Russian, the name "цветная капуста" (colored cabbage) reflects its visual distinction from regular cabbage due to its unique florets.

Related Concepts:

• капуста (cabbage)
• брокколи (broccoli)
• овощи (vegetables)