Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'ethnographic'

English Word: ethnographic

Key Russian Translations:

• этнографический (/ɛtnəɡrəfʲɪtɕɪskʲɪj/) - [Formal, Academic]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, anthropological, and research contexts, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with specialized vocabulary in Russian, especially for learners beyond basic levels)

Pronunciation (Russian):

этнографический: /ɛtnəɡrəfʲɪtɕɪskʲɪj/

Note on этнографический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable (-гра-), and the "ф" is pronounced as /f/, which is straightforward for English speakers. Be aware of the palatalized "ч" sound in -фический, which can be a challenge for beginners.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to the scientific description and study of individual cultures and societies (as in ethnography)

Translation(s) & Context:

• этнографический - Used in formal academic or research settings to describe methods, studies, or materials related to ethnography.

Usage Examples:

• Этнографический подход позволяет глубоко изучить традиции разных народов.

  An ethnographic approach allows for a deep study of the traditions of different peoples.

• В музее представлена этнографическая коллекция, включающая артефакты из Сибири.

  The museum features an ethnographic collection that includes artifacts from Siberia.

• Этнографический фильм документирует повседневную жизнь коренных жителей Аляски.

  The ethnographic film documents the daily life of indigenous people in Alaska.

• Исследователь применил этнографический метод для анализа социальных структур в сельской общине.

  The researcher applied an ethnographic method to analyze social structures in a rural community.

• Этнографическая экспедиция собрала ценные данные о фольклоре региона.

  The ethnographic expedition gathered valuable data on the folklore of the region.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Этнографический" is an adjective in Russian, which means it inflects based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ический. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward once the basic adjective patterns are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • этнический (ethnic) - More general, often used interchangeably but less specific to scientific study.
  • культурный (cultural) - Broader term, applicable to cultural aspects but not exclusively ethnographic.
• Antonyms:
  • неэтнографический (non-ethnographic) - Used to describe something not related to ethnography.
  • абстрактный (abstract) - In contexts where ethnographic implies concrete, field-based study.

Related Phrases:

• Этнографическая экспедиция (Ethnographic expedition) - A research trip focused on studying cultures in their natural settings.
• Этнографический музей (Ethnographic museum) - An institution dedicated to displaying cultural artifacts and traditions.
• Этнографический анализ (Ethnographic analysis) - The process of examining cultural data through observational methods.

Usage Notes:

"Этнографический" directly corresponds to the English "ethnographic" in academic and scientific contexts, emphasizing empirical, on-the-ground research into cultures. It is typically used in formal settings, such as scholarly papers or educational discussions, and should be avoided in casual conversation. When choosing between translations like "этнографический" and "этнический," opt for the former if the focus is on detailed cultural documentation rather than general ethnicity. Grammatically, always ensure it agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as Russian adjectives must.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "этнографический" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "этнографический женщина" instead of "этнографическая женщина" (ethnographic woman).

  Correct: Ensure gender agreement; the correct form is "этнографическая" for feminine nouns. Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender, so this mistake can make sentences grammatically incorrect and confusing.

• Error: Confusing it with "этнический," leading to misuse in contexts requiring precision, e.g., "этнический исследование" for an ethnographic study.

  Correct: Use "этнографический" for studies involving direct observation; "этнический" is for broader ethnic topics. Explanation: This substitution dilutes the specific meaning, as "этнический" doesn't imply the methodological approach of ethnography.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "этнографический" often ties into the country's rich tradition of studying its diverse ethnic groups, such as through the works of early 20th-century ethnographers like those associated with the Russian Geographical Society. It reflects Russia's multicultural heritage, where ethnography has been used to preserve and understand the customs of indigenous peoples in Siberia and other regions, highlighting themes of national identity and cultural preservation.

Related Concepts:

• антропологический (anthropological)
• культурология (cultural studies)
• фольклорный (folklore-related)