Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Dandelion'

English Word: Dandelion

Key Russian Translations:

• одуванчик [ɐdʊˈvanʲtɕɪk] - [Common, Neutral]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner to Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

одуванчик: [ɐdʊˈvanʲtɕɪk]

Note on одуванчик: Stress falls on the third syllable. The 'ч' sound is a soft 'ch' as in 'church'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A common yellow-flowered plant (Taraxacum officinale)

Translation(s) & Context:

• одуванчик - Refers to the dandelion plant, often associated with its bright yellow flowers or fluffy seed heads.

Usage Examples:

• На лугу растёт много одуванчиков.

  Many dandelions grow in the meadow.

• Дети дуют на одуванчик, чтобы разлетелись семена.

  Children blow on a dandelion to scatter the seeds.

• Одуванчики часто используют в народной медицине.

  Dandelions are often used in folk medicine.

• Весной поля покрываются жёлтыми одуванчиками.

  In spring, the fields are covered with yellow dandelions.

• Я сорвал одуванчик и подарил его маме.

  I picked a dandelion and gave it to my mom.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The word одуванчик is a masculine noun. It follows the standard declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• нет (No direct synonyms in common usage, as "одуванчик" is the specific term for dandelion.)

Antonyms:

• нет (No direct antonyms, as "одуванчик" is a specific noun without an opposite.)

Related Phrases:

• дуть на одуванчик - To blow on a dandelion (often referring to blowing the seeds off for fun or making a wish).
• жёлтый, как одуванчик - Yellow as a dandelion (used to describe something very yellow).
• поле одуванчиков - A field of dandelions (common imagery in springtime descriptions).

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word "одуванчик" directly corresponds to "dandelion" and is used in both literal and figurative contexts, much like in English.
• It is a neutral term suitable for all registers, from casual conversation to scientific discussions.
• Be mindful of the stress on the third syllable when pronouncing; incorrect stress can make the word harder to understand.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misplacing stress as [ˈɐdʊvanʲtɕɪk] instead of [ɐdʊˈvanʲtɕɪk].
  Explanation: Stress in Russian is crucial for correct pronunciation. Incorrect stress can confuse native speakers. Always stress the third syllable in "одуванчик".
• Error: Using incorrect case endings, e.g., saying "одуванчик" in genitive as "одуванчикa" instead of "одуванчика".
  Explanation: Pay attention to declension patterns for masculine nouns. Refer to the inflection table for guidance.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, dandelions are often associated with childhood and nostalgia. Blowing on a dandelion to scatter its seeds is a common playful activity among children, sometimes accompanied by making a wish, similar to Western traditions. Additionally, dandelions are recognized in folk medicine and cuisine, often used to make teas or salads.

Related Concepts:

• цветок (flower)
• трава (grass/herb)
• семена (seeds)