Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hemp'

English Word: hemp

Key Russian Translations:

• конопля /kɐˈnopʲlʲə/ - [Formal, Singular]

Frequency: Medium (Common in contexts like agriculture, botany, or legal discussions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian nouns and basic vocabulary, as it involves specific terminology)

Pronunciation (Russian):

конопля: /kɐˈnopʲlʲə/

Note on конопля: The stress is on the second syllable (/no/). Pronunciation may vary slightly in regional dialects, with the 'пь' sound being a soft 'p' followed by a 'y' glide.

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Meanings and Usage:

The fibrous plant (Cannabis sativa) used for making rope, cloth, oil, or other products.

Translation(s) & Context:

• конопля - Used in formal or technical contexts related to botany, agriculture, or legal discussions about industrial hemp (distinguished from cannabis for recreational use).

Usage Examples:

• В России конопля выращивается для производства текстиля и масла.

  In Russia, hemp is grown for the production of textiles and oil.

• Фермеры используют коноплю в качестве устойчивого источника волокон.

  Farmers use hemp as a sustainable source of fibers.

• Конопля имеет долгую историю в русской народной медицине.

  Hemp has a long history in Russian folk medicine.

• Из конопли делают экологически чистые ткани для одежды.

  Hemp is used to make eco-friendly fabrics for clothing.

• Правительство регулирует выращивание конопли из-за её потенциального злоупотребления.

  The government regulates the cultivation of hemp due to its potential for abuse.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Конопля is a feminine noun in the second declension. It follows standard Russian noun declension patterns for feminine nouns ending in -я. Below is a table of its inflections:

Note: The word is invariant 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:
  • пенька (pen'ka) - Refers specifically to the fiber from hemp, often used in industrial contexts.
  • каннабис (kannabis) - More general, but can imply the plant including varieties for other uses; note the potential for confusion with recreational cannabis.
• Antonyms: Not directly applicable, as "hemp" is a specific plant. However, in contexts of materials, antonyms might include synthetic fibers like "нейлон" (nylon).

Related Phrases:

• Конопляное масло (Konoplyanoe maslo) - Hemp oil; a common product used in cooking and cosmetics.
• Выращивание конопли (Vyrashchivanie konopli) - Hemp cultivation; refers to the agricultural process, often regulated.
• Конопляные волокна (Konoplyanye volokna) - Hemp fibers; used in textiles and rope-making.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "конопля" directly corresponds to "hemp" in English, emphasizing its industrial and botanical aspects rather than any psychoactive ones (which might be associated with "марихуана" for cannabis). It is typically used in formal or technical language, such as in scientific, agricultural, or legal contexts. Be mindful of grammar: as a feminine noun, it requires feminine agreement in adjectives and verbs (e.g., "конопля хороша" meaning "hemp is good"). When choosing between translations, use "конопля" for general hemp references and "пенька" for fiber-specific discussions to avoid ambiguity.

Common Errors:

• Confusing "конопля" with "марихуана": English learners often mix these due to the shared plant origin. Incorrect: Using "конопля" in contexts of recreational drugs. Correct: "Конопля используется в промышленности" (Hemp is used in industry) vs. "Марихуана запрещена" (Marijuana is prohibited). Explanation: "Конопля" refers specifically to industrial hemp, while "марихуана" denotes the psychoactive form.

• Incorrect declension: Forgetting to change the ending in different cases, e.g., saying "из конопля" instead of "из конопли" (from hemp). Correct: "Из конопли делают верёвки" (Ropes are made from hemp). Explanation: Always apply standard feminine noun declension to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "конопля" has historical significance as a traditional crop in rural areas, used for textiles and oil since ancient times. It appears in folklore and traditional medicine, symbolizing sustainability and resourcefulness. However, due to modern regulations on cannabis, discussions around it can carry sensitivities, reflecting broader cultural attitudes toward substance control in Russia.

Related Concepts:

• льн (l'n) - Flax (another fibrous plant)
• хлопок (khlopok) - Cotton
• марихуана (marihuana) - Marijuana (for contrast)