Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Celebrated'

English Word: Celebrated

Key Russian Translations:

• знаменитый [znɐˈmʲenʲɪtɨj] - [Formal, Often used for famous people or events]
• прославленный [prɐˈslavlʲɪnnɨj] - [Formal, Emphasizes glorification or renown]
• отмечаемый [ɐtˈmʲetɕɪmɨj] - [Neutral, Refers to something being observed or commemorated]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in formal and literary contexts)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate - varies by context and translation)

Pronunciation (Russian):

знаменитый: [znɐˈmʲenʲɪtɨj]

Note on знаменитый: Stress falls on the second syllable. The 'ы' sound is a distinct Russian vowel, often challenging for non-native speakers.

прославленный: [prɐˈslavlʲɪnnɨj]

Note on прославленный: Stress on the second syllable. Pay attention to the soft 'л' sound before 'я'.

отмечаемый: [ɐtˈmʲetɕɪmɨj]

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Famous or Renowned (Person, Place, or Thing)

Translation(s) & Context:

• знаменитый - Used to describe someone or something widely known and respected, often in a formal or neutral tone.
• прославленный - Emphasizes glorification, often used for historical or cultural figures.

Usage Examples:

• Этот писатель знаменитый во всём мире.

  This writer is celebrated worldwide.

• Прославленный полководец победил в решающей битве.

  The celebrated commander won the decisive battle.

• Знаменитый музей привлекает тысячи туристов.

  The celebrated museum attracts thousands of tourists.

2. Observed or Commemorated (Event or Occasion)

Translation(s) & Context:

• отмечаемый - Refers to events or occasions that are marked or celebrated, often in a neutral tone.

Usage Examples:

• Этот праздник широко отмечаемый в нашей стране.

  This holiday is widely celebrated in our country.

• День рождения будет отмечаемый в кругу семьи.

  The birthday will be celebrated with family.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

знаменитый (Adjective): Declines according to gender, number, and case in Russian grammar.

прославленный (Adjective): Follows similar declension patterns as знаменитый.

отмечаемый (Participle/Adjective): Used as a present passive participle, declines similarly to adjectives.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for знаменитый/прославленный (Famous):

• известный
• признанный
• выдающийся

Note: 'известный' is more neutral and common, while 'выдающийся' implies exceptional talent or achievement.

Antonyms for знаменитый/прославленный (Famous):

• неизвестный
• безвестный

Related Phrases:

• знаменитый на весь мир - Famous all over the world.
• прославленный в веках - Celebrated through the ages.
• отмечаемый праздник - A celebrated holiday.

Usage Notes:

• 'знаменитый' is the most versatile translation for 'celebrated' when referring to fame or renown and can be used in most formal and neutral contexts.
• 'прославленный' carries a stronger connotation of being glorified or honored, often used in historical or literary contexts.
• 'отмечаемый' is specifically used for events or occasions that are observed or commemorated, and it cannot be used to describe famous people or things.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'отмечаемый' to describe a famous person. Incorrect: "Он отмечаемый актёр" (He is a celebrated actor). Correct: "Он знаменитый актёр".
• Error: Misplacing stress in pronunciation, e.g., stressing the wrong syllable in 'знаменитый'. Ensure the stress is on 'me' [znɐˈmʲenʲɪtɨj].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of being 'celebrated' often ties to historical or national pride. Terms like 'прославленный' are frequently used in contexts of war heroes or cultural icons, reflecting a deep respect for legacy and achievement.

Related Concepts:

• слава (fame)
• честь (honor)
• празднование (celebration)