Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hydrologic'

English Word: hydrologic

Key Russian Translations:

• гидрологический [ɡʲɪdrɐlɐˈɡʲɪtɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, Scientific]

Frequency: Low (This term is primarily used in academic, scientific, or technical contexts and is not common in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: C1 (Advanced; requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and Russian adjective declensions, suitable for learners with a strong grasp of the language.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

гидрологический: [ɡʲɪdrɐlɐˈɡʲɪtɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on гидрологический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ('lo'), and the 'г' is pronounced as a voiced velar fricative [ɡʲ]. Be cautious with the palatalization in Russian, which can be challenging for non-native speakers. Variations may occur in rapid speech.

Audio: []

Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Relating to the study of water, its properties, distribution, and environmental interactions (e.g., in hydrology as a scientific field).

Translation(s) & Context:

• гидрологический - Used in formal scientific writing or discussions about water systems, such as in environmental reports or academic papers.

Usage Examples:

• В гидрологическом исследовании реки были выявлены изменения уровня воды.

  In the hydrologic study of the river, changes in water levels were identified.

• Гидрологический баланс региона нарушен из-за климатических изменений.

  The hydrologic balance of the region is disrupted due to climate change.

• Этот гидрологический проект фокусируется на подземных водах.

  This hydrologic project focuses on groundwater.

• Гидрологический анализ показал влияние засухи на экосистему.

  The hydrologic analysis showed the impact of drought on the ecosystem.

• В гидрологическом отчете обсуждаются факторы, влияющие на качество воды.

  In the hydrologic report, factors affecting water quality are discussed.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Гидрологический is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard rules for first-declension adjectives. It changes based on gender, number, and case. There are no irregularities, but it must agree with the noun it modifies.

Note: This adjective does not change in comparative forms unless modified (e.g., более гидрологический for "more hydrologic").

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • водный (vodnyy) - More general term for "water-related," often used in broader contexts.
  • гидравлический (gidravlicheskiy) - Specifically for fluid dynamics, with slight overlap in engineering contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • сухой (sukhoy) - Meaning "dry," contrasting with water-related concepts.
  • атмосферный (atmosfernyy) - Referring to atmospheric, as opposed to hydrologic processes.

Related Phrases:

• Гидрологический цикл (gidrologicheskiy tsikl) - The hydrologic cycle; refers to the continuous movement of water on Earth.
• Гидрологический мониторинг (gidrologicheskiy monitoring) - Hydrologic monitoring; the process of tracking water resources over time.
• Нарушение гидрологического режима (narushenie gidrologicheskogo rezhima) - Disruption of the hydrologic regime; used in environmental discussions to describe imbalances in water systems.

Usage Notes:

• This translation corresponds closely to the English "hydrologic" in scientific contexts, but in Russian, it's more commonly used in formal writing or technical reports rather than casual speech.
• Always ensure the adjective agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as per Russian grammar rules.
• When choosing between synonyms like "водный," opt for "гидрологический" if the context is specifically about hydrology as a scientific discipline.
• In environmental or climate-related discussions, this word pairs well with terms like "река" (river) or "озеро" (lake) to describe water dynamics.

Common Errors:

• English learners often misuse the case endings, e.g., saying "гидрологический река" instead of "гидрологическая река" (for feminine nouns like река). Correct: Ensure agreement, as in "гидрологическая река." Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender and case to maintain grammatical accuracy.
• Confusing it with "гидравлический," leading to incorrect usage in non-engineering contexts. Error example: Using "гидравлический анализ" for a hydrologic study. Correct: Use "гидрологический анализ." Explanation: "Гидравлический" relates to mechanics of fluids, while "гидрологический" is about natural water systems.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and science, hydrology plays a significant role due to Russia's vast river systems and environmental challenges, such as those in Siberia. Terms like "гидрологический" are often linked to national efforts in water conservation, reflecting historical emphasis on resource management in the former Soviet era.

Related Concepts:

• экологический (ekologicheskiy)
• климатический (klimaticheskiy)
• геологический (geologicheskiy)