Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'choral'

English Word: choral

Key Russian Translations:

• хоровой [xɐˈrovɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

хоровой: [xɐˈrovɨj]

Note on хоровой: The stress falls on the second syllable. The initial 'х' is a guttural sound, unfamiliar to many English speakers, pronounced like the 'ch' in Scottish 'loch'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Related to a choir or singing in a group

Translation(s) & Context:

• хоровой - Used to describe anything related to a choir or choral music, such as a performance or composition.

Usage Examples:

• Этот хоровой концерт был потрясающим.

  This choral concert was amazing.

• Она изучает хоровое пение в консерватории.

  She studies choral singing at the conservatory.

• Хоровой ансамбль исполнил классические произведения.

  The choral ensemble performed classical pieces.

• Мы готовим хоровую композицию для фестиваля.

  We are preparing a choral composition for the festival.

• Хоровой репертуар включает духовную музыку.

  The choral repertoire includes sacred music.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

хоровой is an adjective in Russian. It follows the standard adjective declension rules based on gender, number, and case. Below is a simplified table for its forms in the nominative case:

Note: The adjective declines further based on the six Russian cases (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, prepositional), which affect its endings.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• ансамблевый (related to ensemble, less common)

Note: 'ансамблевый' may be used in broader contexts beyond choirs, referring to any ensemble performance.

Antonyms:

• сольный (solo)

Related Phrases:

• хоровое пение - Choral singing, referring to the act or art of singing in a choir.
• хоровой концерт - Choral concert, a performance by a choir.
• хоровой ансамбль - Choral ensemble, a group of singers performing together.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian adjective 'хоровой' directly corresponds to the English 'choral' and is used in formal and academic contexts, especially when discussing music or performances.
• It is often paired with nouns like 'концерт' (concert), 'пение' (singing), or 'ансамбль' (ensemble) to specify the context.
• Unlike English, where 'choral' can sometimes imply a religious context (e.g., church music), 'хоровой' is neutral and does not inherently carry such connotations unless specified (e.g., 'духовная хоровая музыка' for sacred choral music).

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing 'хоровой' with 'хор' (choir, noun). English speakers might mistakenly use 'хор' as an adjective. For example, saying 'хор концерт' instead of 'хоровой концерт'.
  Correct Usage: Always use 'хоровой' as the adjective form when describing something related to a choir.
• Error: Misplacing stress or mispronouncing the guttural 'х'. Incorrect stress like [ˈxɐrovɨj] instead of [xɐˈrovɨj] can confuse native speakers.
  Correct Usage: Practice the stress on the second syllable and the correct pronunciation of 'х'.

Cultural Notes:

Choral music holds a significant place in Russian culture, especially in the context of Orthodox Christian traditions and classical music. Composers like Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff have contributed extensively to the choral repertoire, often blending sacred and folk elements. The term 'хоровой' might evoke associations with large-scale performances in churches or cultural festivals among Russian speakers.

Related Concepts:

• хор (choir)
• пение (singing)
• ансамбль (ensemble)
• духовная музыка (sacred music)