Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hemophilia'

English Word: hemophilia

Key Russian Translations:

• гемофилия [ɡɪmoˈfɪlʲɪjə] - [Formal, Medical]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in medical and scientific contexts, not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with medical terminology and basic Russian noun inflections)

Pronunciation (Russian):

гемофилия: [ɡɪmoˈfɪlʲɪjə]

Note on гемофилия: The stress is on the third syllable ("фи"). Pay attention to the soft "лʲ" sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers learning Russian phonetics.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: A genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability to control blood clotting, leading to excessive bleeding.

Translation(s) & Context:

• гемофилия - Used in formal medical discussions, diagnoses, and scientific literature; typically refers to the inherited condition affecting blood coagulation.

Usage Examples:

• У него диагностирована гемофилия, поэтому он всегда носит с собой медицинские карты.

  He has been diagnosed with hemophilia, so he always carries his medical records with him.

• Гемофилия - это редкое генетическое заболевание, которое передается по наследству.

  Hemophilia is a rare genetic disease that is inherited.

• Врачи рекомендуют пациентам с гемофилией избегать контакта с острыми предметами.

  Doctors recommend that patients with hemophilia avoid contact with sharp objects.

• Лечение гемофилии включает введение факторов свертывания крови.

  Treatment for hemophilia involves administering blood clotting factors.

• Гемофилия может привести к серьезным осложнениям при травмах.

  Hemophilia can lead to serious complications in case of injuries.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Гемофилия" is a feminine noun of the first declension in Russian. It follows standard patterns for feminine nouns ending in -ия. Below is a table outlining its inflections:

Note: The word is invariable in terms of gender and does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward for learners once basic declension rules are understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • геморрагический диатез (hemorrhagic diathesis) - A broader term for bleeding disorders, often used interchangeably in medical contexts but less specific.
• Antonyms: Not applicable, as this is a medical condition and does not have direct opposites.

Related Phrases:

• наследственная гемофилия - Hereditary hemophilia; Refers to the genetic form of the disease.
• гемофилия A - Hemophilia A; Specifies a subtype caused by factor VIII deficiency.
• гемофилия B - Hemophilia B; Refers to a subtype caused by factor IX deficiency, often called Christmas disease.

Usage Notes:

This term directly corresponds to the English "hemophilia" and is used exclusively in formal, medical, or scientific settings in Russian. It is a feminine noun, so ensure proper agreement with adjectives and verbs (e.g., "гемофилия является генетическим заболеванием"). When discussing in everyday conversation, English speakers should be aware that Russian medical terminology often requires precise context; for example, specify the type (A or B) for accuracy. If multiple translations exist, "гемофилия" is the most standard and preferred in professional contexts.

Common Errors:

• Error: Mispronouncing as [ɡɛmo'fɪlɪjə] instead of [ɡɪmoˈfɪlʲɪjə]. Correct: The correct pronunciation emphasizes the "И" sound and includes the soft "лʲ". Explanation: English speakers often overlook Russian soft consonants, leading to misunderstandings in medical discussions.

• Error: Using the word without proper case agreement, e.g., saying "с гемофилия" instead of "с гемофилией" (genitive case). Correct: "с гемофилией". Explanation: Russian requires nouns to change based on case, so always check the sentence structure for accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and medicine, "гемофилия" is primarily a clinical term without strong cultural connotations, but it gained historical significance through figures like Tsarevich Alexei Romanov, who suffered from hemophilia, influencing Russian imperial history and public awareness of genetic disorders.

Related Concepts:

• коагулопатия (coagulopathy)
• тромбоцитопения (thrombocytopenia)
• геморрагический синдром (hemorrhagic syndrome)