Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hepatitis'

English Word: hepatitis

Key Russian Translations:

• гепатит (/ɡʲɪˈpatʲɪt/) - [Formal, Medical Term]

Frequency: Medium (Common in medical and health-related contexts, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate - Requires familiarity with medical vocabulary and basic Russian grammar)

Pronunciation (Russian):

гепатит: /ɡʲɪˈpatʲɪt/

Note on гепатит: The initial "г" is a voiced palatal fricative, which can be challenging for English speakers; it sounds like a soft "g" as in "gesture." Stress falls on the second syllable.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Inflammation of the liver, often caused by viruses, alcohol, or other factors.

Translation(s) & Context:

• гепатит - Used in formal medical discussions, such as in hospitals or health reports, to describe the condition directly.

Usage Examples:

• Врач диагностировал у пациента гепатит A.

  The doctor diagnosed the patient with hepatitis A.

• Гепатит может передаваться через загрязненную воду.

  Hepatitis can be transmitted through contaminated water.

• Для лечения гепатита B используются специальные препараты.

  Special medications are used for treating hepatitis B.

• Профилактика гепатита включает вакцинацию и гигиену.

  Prevention of hepatitis involves vaccination and hygiene.

• Хронический гепатит может привести к циррозу печени.

  Chronic hepatitis can lead to liver cirrhosis.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Гепатит" is a masculine noun in Russian, and it follows the standard declension patterns for third-declension nouns. It is invariable in the plural form but changes by case in the singular. Below is a table of its inflections:

Note: The plural form is used when referring to multiple types or instances, such as "various hepatitises."

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • воспаление печени (vospaleniye pecheni) - More descriptive, used in general contexts to mean "inflammation of the liver."
  • печеночная инфекция (pechenochnaya infektsiya) - Emphasizes the infectious aspect, common in informal medical discussions.
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as "hepatitis" is a specific medical condition without a clear opposite.

Related Phrases:

• Вирусный гепатит (Virusnyi gepatit) - Viral hepatitis; a common phrase referring to hepatitis caused by viruses.
• Хронический гепатит (Khronicheskiy gepatit) - Chronic hepatitis; used to describe long-term cases.
• Гепатит C (Gepatit C) - Hepatitis C; a specific type, often discussed in health campaigns.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "гепатит" directly corresponds to the English "hepatitis" and is primarily used in formal, medical, or scientific contexts. It is a neuter noun in terms of its role but grammatically masculine, so ensure agreement with adjectives and verbs (e.g., "гепатит является инфекцией" - hepatitis is an infection). When choosing between translations like "гепатит" and "воспаление печени," opt for "гепатит" in precise medical settings for brevity and specificity. Be aware of regional variations; in some former Soviet states, alternative terms might appear, but "гепатит" is standard across Russian-speaking areas.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misspelling as "гепетит" (gepetit) instead of "гепатит" (gepatit). Correct: Always include the "a" after "p" to maintain the root from Greek "hepar" (liver). Explanation: This common typo arises from phonetic confusion in English-influenced pronunciation.

• Error: Using it in the wrong case, e.g., saying "у меня гепатитA" instead of "у меня гепатит A" (with space). Correct: In Russian, types like A, B, C are separate words or hyphenated in formal writing. Explanation: This can make the sentence grammatically incorrect and hard to understand.

Cultural Notes:

"Гепатит" as a term doesn't carry strong cultural connotations in Russian society, but it is frequently associated with public health campaigns in Russia and other Slavic countries, especially regarding hepatitis B and C vaccinations. Historically, outbreaks have been linked to poor sanitation in rural areas, reflecting broader issues in post-Soviet health infrastructure.

Related Concepts:

• печень (pechen') - Liver
• вирус (virus) - Virus
• инфекция (infektsiya) - Infection