Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'ectotherm'

English Word: ectotherm

Key Russian Translations:

• эктотерм [ɛk.tɐˈtɛrm] - [Formal, Scientific]
• холоднокровное [xə.lɐ.dnɐˈkrov.nə.ɛ] - [Formal, General Biology]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in scientific and academic contexts; not common in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: C1 (Advanced; Requires familiarity with biological terminology and Russian noun declensions.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

эктотерм: [ɛk.tɐˈtɛrm]

Note on эктотерм: The stress falls on the third syllable; be cautious with the initial "э" sound, which is a soft, open vowel similar to "e" in "bed". Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

холоднокровное: [xə.lɐ.dnɐˈkrov.nə.ɛ]

Note on холоднокровное: The "х" is a guttural sound like the "ch" in Scottish "loch"; stress is on the fourth syllable. This word is often pronounced more fluidly in natural speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

An animal that regulates its body temperature primarily through external environmental sources (e.g., sun or shade).

Translation(s) & Context:

• эктотерм - Used in scientific or technical discussions, such as in biology textbooks or research papers.
• холоднокровное - Applied in general educational contexts or when describing animals like reptiles in everyday biology.

Usage Examples:

• Змея — это типичный эктотерм, который полагается на окружающую среду для поддержания тепла.

  A snake is a typical ectotherm that relies on the environment to maintain warmth.

• В отличие от млекопитающих, холоднокровные животные, такие как лягушки, не могут регулировать свою температуру внутренне.

  Unlike mammals, ectothermic animals like frogs cannot regulate their temperature internally.

• Эктотермы, включая рыб и рептилий, часто становятся менее активными в холодную погоду.

  Ectotherms, including fish and reptiles, often become less active in cold weather.

• Холоднокровное существо, такое как ящерица, использует солнце для нагрева тела.

  An ectothermic creature, such as a lizard, uses the sun to warm its body.

• В экосистеме пустыни эктотермы адаптировались к экстремальным температурам для выживания.

  In a desert ecosystem, ectotherms have adapted to extreme temperatures for survival.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "эктотерм" and "холоднокровное" are nouns. "Эктотерм" is a neuter noun borrowed from English/Greek roots and follows standard Russian neuter declension patterns, which are relatively regular. "Холоднокровное" is an adjective used as a noun in this context and can inflect based on gender, number, and case.

Note: "Эктотерм" does not have irregular inflections, making it straightforward for learners, but always check context for gender agreement with "холоднокровное".

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • пойкилотерм (poikilotherm) - Similar to ectotherm, emphasizing variable body temperature.
  • терморегулятор (thermoregulator) - Used in broader scientific contexts, but less specific.
• Antonyms:
  • эндотерм (endotherm) - Refers to warm-blooded animals.
  • гомойотерм (homeotherm) - Indicates animals with constant body temperature.

Related Phrases:

• Холоднокровное животное - A cold-blooded animal; commonly used in educational descriptions.
• Эктотермный организм - An ectothermic organism; typical in scientific writing to discuss adaptation.
• Адаптация эктотермных видов - Adaptation of ectothermic species; refers to survival strategies in varying environments.

Usage Notes:

"Ectotherm" directly corresponds to "эктотерм" in formal scientific Russian, while "холоднокровное" is more accessible for general audiences. Use "эктотерм" in academic or technical contexts to maintain precision, as it aligns closely with English terminology. Be mindful of Russian's grammatical cases; for example, in sentences involving possession or direction, inflect accordingly (e.g., "об эктотерме" for "about the ectotherm"). If the context is everyday biology, "холоднокровное" might be preferable due to its familiarity. Avoid mixing with endothermic terms to prevent confusion in comparative discussions.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "эктотерм" with "эндотерм" (endotherm). Incorrect: "Змея — эндотерм." (Wrongly implying snakes are warm-blooded.) Correct: "Змея — эктотерм." Explanation: Always verify the temperature regulation mechanism before using the term.

• Misinflecting the noun, such as using "эктотерма" in nominative case. Incorrect: "Эктотерма живет в пустыне." (Grammatical error.) Correct: "Эктотерм живет в пустыне." Explanation: "Эктотерм" is neuter singular in nominative; practice declension tables to avoid this.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and education, terms like "холоднокровное" are often introduced in school biology lessons, reflecting Russia's emphasis on natural sciences. This concept ties into broader environmental discussions, such as adaptations in Russia's diverse climates, from Siberian cold to southern heat, highlighting how ectothermic animals feature in folklore and literature as symbols of resilience.

Related Concepts:

• терморегуляция (thermoregulation)
• рептилии (reptiles)
• биологическая адаптация (biological adaptation)