Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'eleven'

English Word: eleven

Key Russian Translations:

• одиннадцать (/ɐ.dʲɪˈnadʲ.t͡ɕətʲ/) - [Cardinal Number]

Frequency: High (This word is commonly used in everyday counting, time-telling, and basic arithmetic in Russian.)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner level, as basic numbers are introduced early in language learning.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

одиннадцать: /ɐ.dʲɪˈnadʲ.t͡ɕətʲ/

Note on одиннадцать: The stress is on the third syllable. Be mindful of the palatalized 'd' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers. Pronounce it as "ah-dyi-NAHD-tchit" with a soft 't' at the end.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: The number 11, used as a cardinal numeral in various contexts such as counting, ages, quantities, or time.

Translation(s) & Context:

• одиннадцать - Used in general counting, specifying ages, quantities, or time (e.g., in formal and informal settings for everyday communication).

Usage Examples:

• У меня одиннадцать яблок.

  I have eleven apples. (This example shows the word in a simple declarative sentence for counting objects.)

• Ему одиннадцать лет.

  He is eleven years old. (Demonstrates usage in stating age, a common context in personal descriptions.)

• Встреча в одиннадцать часов.

  The meeting is at eleven o'clock. (Illustrates the word in time expressions, which is frequent in scheduling.)

• Она набрала одиннадцать очков в игре.

  She scored eleven points in the game. (Shows usage in sports or competitive contexts, varying the grammatical structure.)

• Книг на полке ровно одиннадцать.

  There are exactly eleven books on the shelf. (Emphasizes precision in quantity, often in descriptive narratives.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

In Russian, "одиннадцать" is a cardinal number and typically does not inflect for case, gender, or number in most contexts, as numbers from 5 to 20 are invariable. However, it can be used in combination with nouns that change according to Russian grammatical rules.

Note: Unlike some other numbers, "одиннадцать" remains unchanged, making it straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • одиннадцать (no direct synonyms, but related: один (one) + десять (ten)) - Often used interchangeably in basic counting.
  • XI (Roman numeral form, in formal or historical contexts) - Rarely used in modern speech.
• Antonyms:
  • десять (ten) - Preceding number.
  • двенадцать (twelve) - Succeeding number.

Related Phrases:

• В одиннадцать часов - At eleven o'clock (Used for scheduling events or times.)
• Одиннадцать раз - Eleven times (In contexts involving repetition, like in math or routines.)
• Ровно одиннадцать - Exactly eleven (Emphasizes precision in measurements or counts.)

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "одиннадцать" directly corresponds to the English "eleven" as a basic cardinal number and is used in similar contexts, such as counting, time, and quantities. It is neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both spoken and written language. When combined with nouns, remember that the noun typically takes the genitive plural form (e.g., "одиннадцать друзей" for "eleven friends"). For English learners, note that Russian numbers do not change based on gender, unlike some adjectives, which simplifies usage. If multiple translations exist (though rare for numbers), choose based on context, but "одиннадцать" is the standard.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "одиннадцать" with the wrong noun case, such as nominative instead of genitive (e.g., incorrectly saying "одиннадцать друг" instead of "одиннадцать друзей").

  Correct Usage: одиннадцать друзей - Explanation: In Russian, nouns after numbers like "одиннадцать" must be in the genitive plural to agree grammatically, which is a common pitfall for English speakers who don't have cases.

• Error: Mispronouncing the word by softening the wrong consonants (e.g., over-palatalizing or stressing the wrong syllable).

  Correct Usage: /ɐ.dʲɪˈnadʲ.t͡ɕətʲ/ - Explanation: Practice the IPA to avoid common phonetic errors, as Russian has more palatalized sounds than English.

Cultural Notes:

While "одиннадцать" is a straightforward number without deep cultural connotations, it appears in Russian folklore and traditions, such as in counting rhymes or historical events. For instance, in Russian fairy tales, numbers like eleven might symbolize completeness or magic in narratives, though this is not as prominent as with numbers like seven or three.

Related Concepts:

• десять (ten)
• двенадцать (twelve)
• сто (one hundred)