Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Cedar'

English Word: cedar

Key Russian Translations:

• кедр [ˈkʲedr] - [Formal, General Use]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner to Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

кедр: [ˈkʲedr]

Note on кедр: The stress falls on the first syllable. The 'к' is pronounced with a slight palatalization, common in Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A type of coniferous tree

Translation(s) & Context:

• кедр - Refers to the cedar tree, often associated with Siberian pine in Russian contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В Сибири растёт много кедров.

  Many cedar trees grow in Siberia.

• Кедровые орехи очень полезны для здоровья.

  Cedar nuts are very beneficial for health.

• Мы посадили кедр во дворе.

  We planted a cedar tree in the yard.

• Кедровая древесина используется для строительства.

  Cedar wood is used for construction.

• Кедр считается символом силы и долголетия.

  The cedar is considered a symbol of strength and longevity.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

кедр is a masculine noun. It follows the regular declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• сосна (pine - in some contexts, especially referring to Siberian cedar pines)

Note: While "сосна" generally means pine, it can overlap with "кедр" in certain regional uses, especially for Siberian cedar pines.

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable for a specific tree type.

Related Phrases:

• кедровые орехи - Cedar nuts (pine nuts from cedar trees, a common food in Russia).
• кедровая роща - Cedar grove (a group of cedar trees, often poetic or descriptive).
• кедровая смола - Cedar resin (used in traditional medicine or crafts).

Usage Notes:

• The word "кедр" specifically refers to cedar trees and is often associated with the Siberian cedar pine in Russian culture, which produces edible pine nuts.
• It is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about nature, forestry, or food (cedar nuts).
• Be aware that in Russian, "кедр" might not always correspond directly to the Western concept of cedar (like Cedrus species) but rather to certain types of pine trees native to Russia.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "кедр" with "сосна" (pine). While related, "кедр" often specifically implies a type of pine with edible nuts in Russian usage. Incorrect: "Эта сосна даёт кедровые орехи" (This pine gives cedar nuts). Correct: "Этот кедр даёт кедровые орехи" (This cedar gives cedar nuts).
• Error: Misplacing stress in pronunciation. Stressing the second syllable (*кедр́) is incorrect. Correct stress is on the first syllable: ке́др.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the cedar tree, especially the Siberian cedar, holds significant importance. It is often seen as a symbol of endurance, strength, and longevity due to its ability to thrive in harsh climates. Cedar nuts (кедровые орехи) are a traditional food, valued for their nutritional benefits and often harvested in Siberian forests. The tree also appears in Russian folklore and literature as a symbol of nature's power.

Related Concepts:

• сосна (pine)
• ель (spruce)
• тайга (taiga - Siberian forest biome where cedars grow)