Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'conchology'

English Word: conchology

Key Russian Translations:

• конхология [kɐnˈxoləɡʲɪjə] - [Formal]

Frequency: Low (This is a specialized scientific term, rarely used in everyday conversation; it's more common in academic or professional contexts related to biology and natural history.)

Difficulty: Advanced (Equivalent to C1-C2 on the CEFR scale; requires familiarity with scientific terminology and Russian noun declensions, making it challenging for intermediate learners.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

конхология: [kɐnˈxoləɡʲɪjə]

Note on конхология: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ло"), which is a common feature in Russian scientific loanwords. Be mindful of the soft sign (ь) in the final syllable, which affects pronunciation by palatalizing the preceding consonant.

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Meanings and Usage:

The study of mollusk shells as a branch of biology.

Translation(s) & Context:

• конхология - Used in formal scientific, educational, or research contexts, such as academic papers or museum descriptions, to refer to the collection and study of shells.

Usage Examples:

• Он увлекается конхологией и имеет обширную коллекцию раковин.

  He is passionate about conchology and has an extensive collection of shells.

• В университете есть курс по конхологии для студентов-биологов.

  The university offers a course on conchology for biology students.

• Конхология помогает понять эволюцию моллюсков через изучение их раковин.

  Conchology helps understand the evolution of mollusks through the study of their shells.

• Многие коллекционеры занимаются конхологией как хобби, но она также имеет научное значение.

  Many collectors engage in conchology as a hobby, but it also holds scientific value.

• В музее экспозиция по конхологии включает редкие образцы из разных частей мира.

  The museum's conchology exhibit includes rare specimens from various parts of the world.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Конхология" is a feminine noun (from Greek loanwords) and follows the first declension pattern in Russian. It is inflected based on case, number, and gender. As a singular noun, it does not have plural forms in most contexts, but it can be pluralized as "конхологии" in rare cases referring to multiple studies or fields.

Note: The word is invariant in terms of gender and does not change for adjectives or verbs directly, but its declension must agree with modifiers in sentences.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • моллюскология (malacology) - More general term for the study of mollusks, often used interchangeably in broader contexts.
  • раковиноведение (shell science) - A less formal synonym, emphasizing the collection aspect.
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as this is a specific field of study rather than a concept with opposites.

Related Phrases:

• Изучение конхологии - Study of conchology; used in educational or research contexts to describe the academic pursuit.
• Коллекция раковин в конхологии - Shell collection in conchology; refers to hobbyist or scientific gatherings of shells.
• Научная конхология - Scientific conchology; highlights the research-oriented side of the field.

Usage Notes:

"Конхология" directly corresponds to the English "conchology" as a specialized term in biology. It is typically used in formal or academic settings, so avoid it in casual conversation. When choosing between translations like "конхология" and "моллюскология," opt for "конхология" if the focus is specifically on shells rather than mollusks as a whole. Grammatically, ensure that any adjectives or verbs agree with its feminine gender and follow standard Russian declension rules.

Common Errors:

• Confusing it with "моллюскология": Learners often misuse "конхология" when they mean the broader study of mollusks. Incorrect: "Я изучаю моллюскологию, но не конхологию." (This implies a subset, but if you mean general mollusks, use only "моллюскология.") Correct: "Я изучаю конхологию, которая является частью моллюскологии." Explanation: "Конхология" is a subset, so clarify the relationship to avoid overlap.

• Incorrect declension: For example, using the nominative form in all cases, like "о конхология" instead of "о конхологии." Incorrect: "Книга о конхология." Correct: "Книга о конхологии." Explanation: Always decline based on case to maintain grammatical agreement.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, conchology has historical ties to 19th-century naturalism, with figures like Russian explorers and scientists collecting shells during expeditions to Siberia and the Far East. It reflects Russia's vast natural heritage and interest in biodiversity, often featured in museums like the Darwin Museum in Moscow, symbolizing exploration and scientific curiosity.

Related Concepts:

• биология (biology)
• зоология (zoology)
• палеонтология (paleontology)