Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hunter'

English Word: hunter

Key Russian Translations:

• охотник (ɐˈxotnʲɪk) - [Formal, Noun, Used in general contexts referring to a person who hunts]

Frequency: Medium (This word is commonly encountered in literature, conversations about outdoor activities, and media, but not as frequent as basic everyday vocabulary.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, according to CEFR standards; learners need to understand basic noun declensions and vocabulary related to professions or hobbies.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

охотник: ɐˈxotnʲɪk

Note on охотник: The stress falls on the second syllable. The 'х' sound is a guttural fricative, similar to the 'ch' in Scottish "loch," which can be challenging for English speakers. Variations may occur in dialects, but standard Russian pronunciation is as above.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A person who hunts wild animals, often for sport, food, or profession.

Translation(s) & Context:

• охотник - Used in formal and informal contexts to describe someone engaged in hunting, such as in wildlife discussions or stories.

Usage Examples:

• Русский: В лесу живет опытный охотник, который знает все тропы. (In the forest lives an experienced hunter who knows all the paths.)

  English Translation: In the forest lives an experienced hunter who knows all the paths.

• Русский: Охотник всегда носит с собой ружье и бинокль. (The hunter always carries a gun and binoculars with him.)

  English Translation: The hunter always carries a gun and binoculars with him.

• Русский: Мой дед был охотником и учил меня следить за животными. (My grandfather was a hunter and taught me how to track animals.)

  English Translation: My grandfather was a hunter and taught me how to track animals.

• Русский: Профессиональный охотник должен соблюдать правила безопасности. (A professional hunter must follow safety rules.)

  English Translation: A professional hunter must follow safety rules.

• Русский: Охотник поймал оленя в горах после долгой погони. (The hunter caught a deer in the mountains after a long chase.)

  English Translation: The hunter caught a deer in the mountains after a long chase. This example shows the word in a narrative context.

Meaning 2: Figuratively, someone who searches or pursues something eagerly (e.g., a treasure hunter).

Translation(s) & Context:

• охотник - Used metaphorically in informal contexts, such as in adventure stories or modern slang.

Usage Examples:

• Русский: Он — настоящий охотник за сокровищами, путешествующий по миру. (He is a real treasure hunter, traveling the world.)

  English Translation: He is a real treasure hunter, traveling the world.

• Русский: В интернете она работает как охотник, ища редкие артефакты. (On the internet, she works like a hunter, searching for rare artifacts.)

  English Translation: On the internet, she works like a hunter, searching for rare artifacts.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Охотник" is a masculine noun in the second declension. It follows regular patterns for Russian nouns, with changes based on case, number, and gender. Below is a table of its declensions:

Note: This word does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward for learners once basic declension rules are understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • стрелok (more specific to archery or shooting, often used in historical contexts)
  • ловец (emphasizes the act of catching, with a slight connotation of trapping)
• Antonyms:
  • охранник (guardian or protector, implying the opposite role)
  • жертва (victim, in the context of hunting)

Related Phrases:

• охотничий сезон (hunting season) - Refers to the period when hunting is legally allowed.
• идти на охоту (to go hunting) - A common phrase for starting a hunting trip, often used in casual conversation.
• охотничий инстинкт (hunter's instinct) - Describes an innate drive to pursue, metaphorically in business or daily life.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "охотник" directly corresponds to the English "hunter" as a noun, but it can also be used metaphorically, which aligns with English usage. Be mindful of gender agreement: as a masculine noun, it must agree with adjectives and verbs in gender. For formal contexts, pair it with specific details (e.g., "профессиональный охотник" for professional hunter). When choosing between translations, use "охотник" for general hunting; if the context involves shooting, "стрелok" might be more precise. Avoid overusing it in everyday speech unless discussing outdoor activities.

Common Errors:

• Error: Incorrectly declining the noun, e.g., using "охотник" in the genitive case as "охотник" instead of "охотника".

  Correct Usage: Владение охотника (The hunter's possession) – Here, "охотника" is the proper genitive form.

  Explanation: English speakers often forget Russian case endings, leading to grammatical errors. Always check the sentence structure for case requirements.

• Error: Using it in the wrong gender context, e.g., saying "охотница" for a female hunter but forgetting to adjust adjectives.

  Correct Usage: Опытная охотница (An experienced female hunter).

  Explanation: "Охотник" is masculine, so for females, use "охотница" and ensure agreement.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "охотник" often evokes images of traditional rural life, as hunting has historical roots in Russian folklore and literature, such as in stories by Tolstoy or Pushkin. It symbolizes self-reliance and connection to nature, but modern regulations emphasize conservation, reflecting contemporary environmental awareness.

Related Concepts:

• рыболов (fisherman)
• следопыт (tracker)
• природа (nature)