Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Contraception'

English Word: Contraception

Key Russian Translations:

• контрацепция [ˌkontrəˈt͡sɛpt͡sɨjə] - [Formal, Medical]
• предохранение [prʲɪdəxɐˈnʲenʲɪjə] - [Neutral, Commonly Used]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

контрацепция: [ˌkontrəˈt͡sɛpt͡sɨjə]

Note on контрацепция: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "ц" sound is a distinct Russian affricate, similar to 'ts' in English.

предохранение: [prʲɪdəxɐˈnʲenʲɪjə]

Note on предохранение: Stress on the fourth syllable. Pay attention to the soft 'н' sound before 'е'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Methods or devices to prevent pregnancy

Translation(s) & Context:

• контрацепция - Used in medical or formal contexts, often in written or scientific discussions.
• предохранение - More conversational, used in everyday speech to refer to contraception or protection.

Usage Examples:

• Контрацепция является важной частью планирования семьи.

  Contraception is an important part of family planning.

• Она использует контрацепцию для предотвращения беременности.

  She uses contraception to prevent pregnancy.

• Предохранение помогает избежать нежелательной беременности.

  Contraception helps avoid unwanted pregnancy.

• Мы обсудили методы предохранения с врачом.

  We discussed contraception methods with the doctor.

• Предохранение – это ответственность обоих партнеров.

  Contraception is the responsibility of both partners.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

контрацепция (feminine noun, 1st declension):

предохранение (neuter noun, 2nd declension):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for контрацепция/предохранение:

• защита (protection, broader term)

Antonyms for контрацепция/предохранение:

• зачатие (conception)

Note: Synonyms like "защита" are broader and context-dependent, often requiring clarification.

Related Phrases:

• методы контрацепции - methods of contraception
• средства предохранения - means of contraception
• гормональная контрацепция - hormonal contraception

Usage Notes:

• "Контрацепция" is more formal and often used in medical or scientific contexts, while "предохранение" is more common in everyday speech.
• Both terms generally refer to contraception in the context of preventing pregnancy, but "предохранение" can sometimes imply broader protection (e.g., from diseases) depending on context.
• When discussing specific methods, Russians often pair these terms with descriptors like "гормональная" (hormonal) or "механическая" (mechanical).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "контрацепция" in casual conversation.
  Incorrect: Я купил контрацепцию в аптеке.
  Correct: Я купил средство предохранения в аптеке.
  Explanation: "Контрацепция" sounds overly formal or academic in casual speech. Use "предохранение" or specify the method instead.
• Error: Misusing case endings due to unfamiliarity with declension.
  Incorrect: Я думаю о контрацепция.
  Correct: Я думаю о контрацепции.
  Explanation: After prepositions like "о," the prepositional case must be used.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking cultures, discussions about contraception may still carry a degree of sensitivity, especially in older generations or more conservative regions. It is often addressed more openly in medical contexts or among younger people. The term "предохранение" is generally more neutral and less clinical, making it safer for casual conversation.

Related Concepts:

• беременность (pregnancy)
• зачатие (conception)
• репродуктивное здоровье (reproductive health)