Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'crotch'

English Word: crotch

Key Russian Translations:

• промежность [prɐmʲɪˈʐnostʲ] - [Formal, Anatomical]
• пах [pax] - [Informal, Common]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "промежность"; A2 (Beginner-Intermediate) for "пах"

Pronunciation (Russian):

промежность: [prɐmʲɪˈʐnostʲ]

Note on промежность: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "ж" sound is a voiced fricative, unique to Slavic languages.

пах: [pax]

Note on пах: A short, sharp word with a guttural "х" sound, similar to the Scottish "loch."

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Anatomical Reference (Human Body Part)

Translation(s) & Context:

• промежность - Used in medical or formal contexts to refer to the area between the legs.
• пах - More common in everyday speech, though slightly informal.

Usage Examples:

• Врач осмотрел промежность пациента для диагностики.

  The doctor examined the patient's crotch for diagnosis.

• Он почувствовал боль в паху после тренировки.

  He felt pain in his crotch after the workout.

• Промежность – это анатомически важная область тела.

  The crotch is an anatomically important area of the body.

• Удар в пах может быть очень болезненным.

  A hit to the crotch can be very painful.

• Она случайно задела его в пах во время игры.

  She accidentally hit him in the crotch during the game.

2. Figurative or Slang Usage (Rare)

Translation(s) & Context:

• пах - Occasionally used in slang to imply a sensitive or vulnerable spot, though not common.

Usage Examples:

• Это удар ниже пояса, прямо в пах его гордости.

  This is a low blow, right to the crotch of his pride.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

промежность (Noun, Feminine):

Case	Singular
Nominative	промежность
Genitive	промежности
Dative	промежности
Accusative	промежность
Instrumental	промежностью
Prepositional	о промежности

Note: Rarely used in plural form as it typically refers to a singular anatomical area.

пах (Noun, Masculine):

Case	Singular
Nominative	пах
Genitive	паха
Dative	паху
Accusative	пах
Instrumental	пахом
Prepositional	о пахе

Note: Also rarely used in plural, but can occasionally appear as "пахи" in specific contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for промежность/пах:

• лобок (more specific to the pubic area, less common)

Note: Synonyms are limited due to the specific anatomical nature of the term. "лобок" is more restricted in usage.

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable.

Related Phrases:

• боль в паху - Pain in the crotch area.
• удар в пах - A hit to the crotch (often used in sports or fighting contexts).
• промежность тела - Crotch of the body (formal, anatomical).

Usage Notes:

• "промежность" is the more formal and anatomically precise term, often used in medical or scientific contexts. It is less common in casual speech.
• "пах" is the go-to term in everyday language, though it may sound slightly informal or blunt. It is widely understood across all contexts.
• Be cautious when using these terms in conversation, as discussing this body part can be considered sensitive or inappropriate depending on the setting.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "промежность" in casual speech. This can sound overly formal or awkward.
  Incorrect: У меня болит промежность после бега.
  Correct: У меня болит пах после бега.
  Explanation: "пах" is more appropriate for informal contexts like describing pain after exercise.
• Error: Mispronouncing "пах" as [pak] instead of [pax].
  Explanation: The Russian "х" is a guttural sound, not a hard "k." Mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, direct references to body parts like the crotch are generally avoided in polite conversation, more so than in some Western cultures. Using "пах" or "промежность" should be reserved for specific contexts (e.g., medical discussions or informal settings with close friends). Euphemisms or indirect language are often preferred in public or formal settings.

Related Concepts:

• тело (body)
• нога (leg)
• бедро (thigh)