Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'daguerreotype'

English Word: daguerreotype

Key Russian Translations:

• дагерротип [dɐ.ɡʲɛ.rɐ.'tʲip] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and rarely used in everyday conversation, primarily in historical or photographic contexts.)

Difficulty: Advanced (Equivalent to C1 level in CEFR, requiring familiarity with historical terminology and Russian noun declensions.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дагерротип: [dɐ.ɡʲɛ.rɐ.'tʲip]

Note on дагерротип: The stress falls on the third syllable ('tʲip), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the Russian palatalized 'tʲ' sound. Pronunciation may vary slightly in regional dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

An early photograph produced on a silver or silver-covered copper plate (historical photography term).

Translation(s) & Context:

• дагерротип - Used in formal, academic, or historical discussions about early photography, such as in museums or art history contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Этот дагерротип был сделан в 1840 году и представляет собой редкий образец ранней фотографии.

  This daguerreotype was made in 1840 and is a rare example of early photography.

• В музее выставлены несколько дагерротипов, иллюстрирующих развитие фотографии в XIX веке.

  In the museum, several daguerreotypes are exhibited, illustrating the development of photography in the 19th century.

• Художник использовал дагерротип для создания портрета, что было инновацией того времени.

  The artist used a daguerreotype to create a portrait, which was an innovation of that time.

• Даже сегодня дагерротип считается предшественником современных фотографических технологий.

  Even today, the daguerreotype is considered a predecessor to modern photographic technologies.

• Изучение дагерротипа помогает понять эволюцию визуального искусства.

  Studying the daguerreotype helps understand the evolution of visual art.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Дагерротип" is a masculine noun in Russian (from the first declension group). It follows standard Russian noun inflection patterns, which include changes for case, number, and gender agreement. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it relatively straightforward once basic declension rules are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • фотография (fotografiya) - A general term for photograph, but less specific to the historical process.
  • дагеротип (a less common variant, essentially the same as дагерротип).
• Antonyms:
  • Недостаточно специфично для прямых антонимов, так как это технический термин. В контексте: цифровая фотография (tsifrovaya fotografiya) - Implies modern digital methods, contrasting with historical ones.

Related Phrases:

• Ранняя дагерротипия (Rannaya daguerrotiya) - Early daguerreotype photography; Refers to the initial stages of this technique in the 19th century.
• Процесс дагерротипа (Protsess daguerrotipe) - Daguerreotype process; Describes the method of creating such images.
• Коллекция дагерротипов (Kollektsiya daguerrotypov) - Collection of daguerreotypes; Used in museum or archival contexts.

Usage Notes:

This Russian translation "дагерротип" directly corresponds to the English "daguerreotype" as a historical term for an early photographic process invented by Louis Daguerre. It is typically used in formal or academic settings, such as art history lectures or museum descriptions, and is not common in everyday speech. When choosing this term, ensure it aligns with the context; for general photography, "фотография" might be more appropriate. Grammatically, remember that as a masculine noun, it requires agreement in gender, number, and case with accompanying adjectives or verbs (e.g., "этот дагерротип" for "this daguerreotype").

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "дагерротип" with "фотография" and use the latter in historical contexts, leading to inaccuracy. Incorrect: "Это фотография из 1840 года." (This implies a modern photo.) Correct: "Это дагерротип из 1840 года." Explanation: "Дагерротип" specifically denotes the antique process, so using "фотография" dilutes the historical precision.

• Mispronouncing the word by ignoring palatalization, e.g., saying [dɐ.ɡɛ.rɐ.'tip] instead of [dɐ.ɡʲɛ.rɐ.'tʲip]. Incorrect pronunciation: [dɐ.ɡɛ.rɐ.tip]. Correct: [dɐ.ɡʲɛ.rɐ.'tʲip]. Explanation: The palatalized consonants are key to authentic Russian pronunciation and can change the word's perceived meaning if mispronounced.

• Forgetting declensions in sentences, e.g., using the nominative form in all cases. Incorrect: "О дагерротип" (instead of genitive). Correct: "О дагерротипе". Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so always adjust based on the sentence structure.

Cultural Notes:

The term "дагерротип" carries historical significance in Russian culture, as photography's introduction in the 19th century influenced Russian art and literature. It symbolizes the dawn of visual documentation in Russia, with figures like the Tsars collecting daguerreotypes as novelties. This reflects Russia's rapid adoption of Western technological advancements during the era, blending innovation with cultural preservation.

Related Concepts:

• фотография (fotografiya)
• калотип (kalotip)
• история фотографии (istoriya fotografii)