Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'flyway'

English Word: flyway

Key Russian Translations:

• путь миграции [ˈputʲ mʲɪˈɡrat͡sɨjɪ] - [Formal, Used in scientific or ornithological contexts]
• миграционный маршрут [mʲɪˈɡrat͡sɨjɪˈonɨj mɐˈruʂ] - [Formal, Often in environmental discussions]

Frequency: Low (Specialized term, not commonly used in everyday conversation but frequent in wildlife and scientific literature)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of Russian noun cases and compound words; for 'путь миграции', slightly easier; for 'миграционный маршрут', may vary based on familiarity with adjectives)

Pronunciation (Russian):

путь миграции: [ˈputʲ mʲɪˈɡrat͡sɨjɪ]

миграционный маршрут: [mʲɪˈɡrat͡sɨjɪˈonɨj mɐˈruʂ]

Note on путь миграции: The stress falls on the second syllable of "миграции" (/mʲɪˈɡrat͡sɨjɪ/), which can be tricky for learners due to the palatalized 'т' sound; practice with native speakers for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

A route used by migratory birds for seasonal travel

Translation(s) & Context:

• 'путь миграции' - Used in formal scientific writing or discussions about bird conservation, emphasizing natural pathways.
• 'миграционный маршрут' - Applied in broader environmental contexts, such as wildlife protection laws or tourism related to birdwatching.

Usage Examples:

• Птицы следуют своему пути миграции через Сибирь каждый год.

  Birds follow their flyway through Siberia every year.

• Учёные изучают миграционный маршрут, чтобы защитить его от человеческого вмешательства.

  Scientists study the flyway to protect it from human interference.

• Этот путь миграции является ключевым для перелётных птиц в осенний период.

  This flyway is key for migratory birds during the autumn season.

• Миграционный маршрут пролегает над горами, что делает его опасным для некоторых видов.

  The flyway runs over the mountains, making it dangerous for some species.

• В России охраняют пути миграции как часть национальных парков.

  In Russia, flyways are protected as part of national parks.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The primary translations are nouns, with 'путь' being a masculine noun and 'миграционный' an adjective modifying 'маршрут'. Russian nouns and adjectives inflect based on case, number, and gender. 'Путь миграции' is a compound phrase where 'путь' inflects regularly as a masculine noun in the nominative singular form here.

For 'миграционный маршрут', the adjective 'миграционный' agrees with 'маршрут' (masculine) and inflects accordingly, e.g., in genitive: миграционного маршрута. This follows standard Russian adjective-noun agreement rules and is regular.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • миграционный путь (Similar to 'путь миграции', but emphasizes direction)
  • перелётный коридор (Often used interchangeably in avian contexts, with a slight focus on aerial paths)
• Antonyms:
  • оседлый район (Refers to a sedentary or non-migratory area)
  • локальный маршрут (Indicates a local, non-migratory path)

Related Phrases:

• сезонная миграция - Refers to seasonal migration patterns, often linked to flyways in wildlife discussions.
• защита перелётных путей - Means protection of migratory routes, a common phrase in environmental policy.
• путь перелётных птиц - Describes the path of migratory birds, emphasizing the flyway's role in ecology.

Usage Notes:

• The English 'flyway' directly corresponds to 'путь миграции' in formal contexts, but in casual Russian speech, more descriptive phrases like 'маршрут птиц' might be used. Always consider the genitive case when indicating possession or origin, e.g., 'пути миграции Африки' for 'Africa's flyway'.
• Use 'миграционный маршрут' in professional or scientific writing to sound more precise, but avoid it in everyday conversation where it might seem overly formal.
• Grammar note: Ensure adjectives agree with nouns; for example, in plural forms, use 'миграционные маршруты'.
• When choosing between translations, opt for 'путь миграции' if focusing on natural science, and 'миграционный маршрут' for human-influenced contexts like conservation efforts.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the wrong case, e.g., saying 'в путь миграции' instead of 'в пути миграции' (prepositional case). Correct: 'в пути миграции' – This happens because English speakers often overlook case requirements; always check the preposition's demands.
• Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., 'миграционный маршруты' (incorrect plural). Correct: 'миграционные маршруты' – Learners might pluralize only the noun, ignoring the adjective.
• Error: Confusing with similar terms, e.g., using 'путь' alone without 'миграции', which could mean just 'path'. Correct usage: Specify 'путь миграции' to avoid ambiguity and ensure the migratory context is clear.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, flyways like those in Siberia are culturally significant due to the country's vast landscapes and role in global bird migration. For instance, the East Asian-Australasian Flyway passes through Russia, symbolizing the interconnectedness of ecosystems and influencing environmental policies and ecotourism. This reflects Russia's emphasis on wildlife heritage in its national identity.

Related Concepts:

• птица (bird)
• миграция (migration)
• охрана природы (nature conservation)