Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dramatist'

English Word: dramatist

Key Russian Translations:

• драматург [drɐˈmatʊrg] - [Formal]

Frequency: Medium (This term is commonly used in literary and cultural discussions but not in everyday casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate - Requires familiarity with Russian literary vocabulary and noun declensions, per CEFR standards.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

драматург: [drɐˈmatʊrg]

Note on драматург: The stress falls on the third syllable ("-tʊrg"), which is a common feature in Russian words of foreign origin. Be mindful of the rolled 'r' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

A person who writes plays

Translation(s) & Context:

• драматург - Used in formal literary, academic, or cultural contexts to refer to playwrights, such as in discussions of theater history.

Usage Examples:

• Он известный драматург, написавший множество пьес для театра.

  He is a famous dramatist who has written numerous plays for the theater.

• Драматург часто черпает вдохновение из реальной жизни.

  A dramatist often draws inspiration from real life.

• В России многие драматурги, такие как Чехов, повлияли на мировую литературу.

  In Russia, many dramatists, such as Chekhov, have influenced world literature.

• Молодой драматург представляет свою первую пьесу на фестивале.

  The young dramatist is presenting their first play at the festival.

• Современные драматурги экспериментируют с формами и темами.

  Contemporary dramatists are experimenting with forms and themes.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Драматург" is a masculine noun (2nd declension in Russian). It follows regular noun declension patterns for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This is a regular declension, so it does not have irregularities, making it straightforward for learners once basic patterns are mastered.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • пьесописец (more archaic, often used in historical contexts to mean a playwright)
  • сценарист (implies scriptwriting, with a slight nuance toward film or TV, but can overlap)
• Antonyms:
  • критик (critic - as it represents someone who analyzes rather than creates dramatic works)

Related Phrases:

• Современный драматург - A contemporary dramatist; used in discussions of modern theater.
• Классический драматург - A classical dramatist; refers to historical figures like Shakespeare or Pushkin in a Russian context.
• Драматург эпохи Возрождения - A dramatist of the Renaissance era; highlights historical periods in literature.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "драматург" directly corresponds to the English "dramatist" and is preferred in formal or literary settings. It emphasizes the creative aspect of writing plays, distinct from actors (актер) or directors (режиссер). Use it in contexts involving theater history or criticism. When choosing between synonyms like "пьесописец," opt for "драматург" in modern usage for a more neutral tone. Grammatically, always decline it according to Russian case rules to ensure sentence accuracy.

• Avoid direct word-for-word translations; integrate it into natural Russian sentence structures.
• In informal speech, Russians might use broader terms like "писатель" (writer), but "драматург" is specific for dramatic arts.

Common Errors:

English learners often confuse "драматург" with "актер" (actor), thinking it means someone who performs plays. For example:

• Incorrect: Он актер, известный драматург. (This implies he is an actor who is also a dramatist, but if you mean only the writer, it's misleading.)
• Correct: Он драматург, написавший популярные пьесы. (He is a dramatist who has written popular plays.)

Explanation: "Драматург" specifically denotes the writer, not the performer. Always check the context to avoid this mix-up, as Russian distinguishes roles more precisely than English in artistic fields.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "драматург" carries significant historical weight, often linked to figures like Anton Chekhov or Alexander Pushkin, who shaped Russian theater. It reflects Russia's rich tradition of drama, influenced by literary realism and social commentary, making it a key term in understanding Russian arts and its emphasis on storytelling as a mirror to society.

Related Concepts:

• поэт (poet)
• писатель (writer)
• сценарист (screenwriter)