Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Chrysanthemum'

English Word: Chrysanthemum

Key Russian Translations:

• хризантема [xri.zanˈtʲe.ma] - [Formal, Neutral]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in contexts related to flowers, gardening, and floral arrangements)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) - The word is straightforward but specific to certain contexts.

Pronunciation (Russian):

хризантема: [xri.zanˈtʲe.ma]

Note on хризантема: The stress falls on the third syllable ("te"). The initial "х" is a voiceless fricative sound, similar to the "h" in "hue" but more guttural.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A type of flowering plant or flower

Translation(s) & Context:

• хризантема - Refers to the chrysanthemum flower or plant, often associated with autumn and used in floral decorations.

Usage Examples:

• В саду расцвели красивые хризантемы.

  Beautiful chrysanthemums have bloomed in the garden.

• Она купила букет хризантем на рынке.

  She bought a bouquet of chrysanthemums at the market.

• Хризантемы часто используют на похоронах в некоторых культурах.

  Chrysanthemums are often used at funerals in some cultures.

• Эти хризантемы такие яркие, что привлекают всех гостей.

  These chrysanthemums are so bright that they attract all the guests.

• Я посадил хризантемы вдоль забора.

  I planted chrysanthemums along the fence.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

хризантема is a feminine noun in Russian. It follows the standard declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in "-а".

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• нет прямых синонимов (no direct synonyms, as it is a specific flower name)

Antonyms:

• нет прямых антонимов (no direct antonyms, as it is a specific noun)

Related Phrases:

• букет хризантем - A bouquet of chrysanthemums; commonly used to describe a floral gift or arrangement.
• осенние хризантемы - Autumn chrysanthemums; refers to chrysanthemums blooming in the fall, often tied to seasonal imagery.
• садовые хризантемы - Garden chrysanthemums; used to specify chrysanthemums grown in gardens.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word "хризантема" directly corresponds to the English "chrysanthemum" and is used in similar contexts, such as gardening, floral arrangements, and symbolic meanings.
• It is a neutral term, appropriate for both formal and informal settings.
• Be aware that in some Russian-speaking cultures, chrysanthemums may carry specific connotations, such as being associated with mourning or funerals, similar to some Western traditions.

Common Errors:

• Mispronunciation: English speakers often misplace the stress on "хризантема". Incorrect: [ˈxri.zan.te.ma] (stress on first syllable). Correct: [xri.zanˈtʲe.ma] (stress on third syllable). Always stress "те" to sound natural.
• Wrong case usage: Beginners might use the nominative case "хризантема" incorrectly in sentences requiring other cases, e.g., saying "Я купил хризантема" (wrong) instead of "Я купил хризантему" (correct accusative form).

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, chrysanthemums are often associated with autumn and are popular in floral arrangements for various occasions. However, like in some other cultures, they can also symbolize mourning and are sometimes used in funeral settings. When gifting chrysanthemums, it’s wise to consider the context and the recipient’s cultural background to avoid unintended implications.

Related Concepts:

• цветы (flowers)
• осень (autumn)
• садоводство (gardening)