Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Chimpanzee'

English Word: Chimpanzee

Key Russian Translations:

• Шимпанзе [ʂɨmpɐnˈzɛ] - [Neutral, Scientific, Commonly Used]

Frequency: Medium (used in scientific, educational, or zoological contexts)

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate, due to specific context and pronunciation)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Шимпанзе: [ʂɨmpɐnˈzɛ]

Note on Шимпанзе: The stress falls on the last syllable ("зэ"). The "ш" sound is a retroflex fricative, distinct from the English "sh".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A type of primate (scientific or general context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Шимпанзе - Refers to the chimpanzee as a species of ape, used in both formal (scientific) and informal contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Шимпанзе живут в тропических лесах Африки.

  Chimpanzees live in the tropical forests of Africa.

• Ученые изучают поведение шимпанзе для понимания эволюции.

  Scientists study chimpanzee behavior to understand evolution.

• В зоопарке шимпанзе привлекли внимание детей.

  In the zoo, the chimpanzees attracted the attention of children.

• Шимпанзе считаются близкими родственниками человека.

  Chimpanzees are considered close relatives of humans.

• Этот шимпанзе научился использовать инструменты.

  This chimpanzee learned to use tools.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The Russian word Шимпанзе is a noun and is indeclinable, meaning it does not change form regardless of case or number. It is used for both singular and plural contexts.

Note: As an indeclinable noun borrowed from a foreign language, "Шимпанзе" retains the same form across all grammatical cases and numbers.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• Нет точных синонимов (No direct synonyms, as it is a specific term)

Note: "Шимпанзе" is a specific term for the chimpanzee species and lacks direct synonyms in Russian. Related terms might refer to other primates.

Antonyms:

• Нет антонимов (No direct antonyms, as it is a specific noun)

Related Phrases:

• Обыкновенный шимпанзе - Refers to the common chimpanzee species (Pan troglodytes).
• Карликовый шимпанзе - Refers to the bonobo or pygmy chimpanzee (Pan paniscus).
• Поведение шимпанзе - Chimpanzee behavior, often used in scientific discussions.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian term "Шимпанзе" is a direct equivalent to the English "chimpanzee" and is used in both formal (scientific, academic) and informal (general conversation, zoos) contexts.
• As an indeclinable noun, it does not change form, which can be confusing for learners accustomed to Russian's complex case system. Context determines whether it refers to one or multiple chimpanzees.
• It is a gender-neutral term in Russian, often treated as masculine by default in grammatical agreement (e.g., "этот шимпанзе" - this chimpanzee).

Common Errors:

• Error: Attempting to decline "Шимпанзе" like a regular Russian noun (e.g., "Шимпанзея" in genitive).
  Correct Usage: Always use "Шимпанзе" regardless of case (e.g., "Я видел шимпанзе" - I saw a chimpanzee).
  Explanation: As a borrowed term, it remains unchanged in all grammatical contexts.
• Error: Mispronouncing the stress on the first syllable.
  Correct Usage: Stress the last syllable: [ʂɨmpɐnˈzɛ].
  Explanation: Incorrect stress can make the word sound unnatural to native speakers.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, chimpanzees are often associated with curiosity and intelligence due to their close relation to humans. They frequently appear in educational content, documentaries, and zoos. However, unlike in some Western cultures, chimpanzees are less commonly depicted in popular media or as symbols of humor.

Related Concepts:

• Горилла (Gorilla)
• Орангутан (Orangutan)
• Обезьяна (Monkey/Ape - general term)
• Приматы (Primates)