Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'eardrum'

English Word: eardrum

Key Russian Translations:

• барабанная перепонка /bərəˈbannəjə pʲɪrʲɪˈpɔnkə/ - [Formal, Medical term; used in anatomical or health-related contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but appears in medical or scientific discussions.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with anatomical vocabulary and Russian noun declensions, as per CEFR standards.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

барабанная перепонка: /bərəˈbannəjə pʲɪrʲɪˈpɔnkə/

Note on барабанная перепонка: The stress falls on the third syllable of "барабанная" (/bərəˈbannəjə/), and the word involves palatalization in "перепонка" (/pʲɪrʲɪˈpɔnkə/), which can be challenging for learners due to soft consonants.

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Meanings and Usage:

The thin membrane in the ear that vibrates in response to sound waves, separating the outer ear from the middle ear.

Translation(s) & Context:

• барабанная перепонка - Used in formal medical contexts, such as describing ear anatomy or diagnosing issues like infections.

Usage Examples:

• Врач осмотрел барабанную перепонку пациента во время осмотра уха.

  The doctor examined the patient's eardrum during the ear check-up.

• Если барабанная перепонка повреждена, это может привести к потере слуха.

  If the eardrum is damaged, it can lead to hearing loss.

• В анатомии уха барабанная перепонка играет ключевую роль в передаче звуковых волн.

  In ear anatomy, the eardrum plays a key role in transmitting sound waves.

• При инфекции среднего уха барабанная перепонка может стать красной и опухшей.

  With a middle ear infection, the eardrum can become red and swollen.

• Хирург аккуратно восстановил барабанную перепонку после травмы.

  The surgeon carefully repaired the eardrum after the injury.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Барабанная перепонка" is a noun phrase consisting of an adjective ("барабанная") and a noun ("перепонка"). As a feminine noun, "перепонка" follows the standard first declension pattern in Russian. It inflects based on case, number, and gender. The adjective "барабанная" agrees with the noun in gender, number, and case.

Note: The adjective "барабанная" changes to match the noun's form, making this a regular inflection pattern for feminine nouns ending in -a.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • мембрана уха (ear membrane) - More general term, often used interchangeably in casual medical descriptions.
  • тимпан (tympanum) - Technical synonym, preferred in specialized anatomical texts.
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as this is a specific anatomical term without common opposites.

Related Phrases:

• повреждение барабанной перепонки - Damage to the eardrum; used in contexts discussing ear injuries or trauma.
• воспаление барабанной перепонки - Inflammation of the eardrum; common in medical diagnoses like otitis media.
• разрыв барабанной перепонки - Rupture of the eardrum; refers to a specific type of injury that can cause hearing issues.

Usage Notes:

This translation corresponds directly to the English "eardrum" in medical and anatomical contexts. Use "барабанная перепонка" in formal settings, such as healthcare discussions, as it is a compound noun. Be mindful of Russian adjective-noun agreement when inflecting. If multiple translations exist, choose based on context: "тимпан" for brevity in scientific writing. Avoid using in everyday casual speech, as it may sound overly technical.

Common Errors:

• Mistaking the inflection: Learners often forget to change the adjective, e.g., saying "барабанная перепонок" (incorrect Genitive) instead of "барабанной перепонки". Correct usage: Always ensure the adjective agrees in case, as in "осмотр барабанной перепонки" (examination of the eardrum).
• Overgeneralizing: English speakers might translate it as just "перепонка", which is incomplete and could mean any membrane. Full phrase "барабанная перепонка" is necessary for accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and medicine, terms like "барабанная перепонка" reflect the influence of historical anatomical studies, often derived from Latin roots similar to English. It's not tied to specific cultural idioms but is crucial in health education, especially in regions with high ear infection rates due to climate.

Related Concepts:

• слуховой проход (ear canal)
• молоточек (malleus, one of the ear bones)
• евстахиева труба (Eustachian tube)