Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'inorganic'

English Word: inorganic

Key Russian Translations:

• неорганический [nʲɪ.ɐ.rɡɐ.nʲɪˈtɕɪ.skʲɪj] - [Formal, used in scientific and academic contexts]

Frequency: Medium - Commonly encountered in scientific, educational, or technical discussions, but less frequent in everyday casual conversation.

Difficulty: Intermediate (B2) - Requires familiarity with scientific terminology; suitable for learners with a basic grasp of Russian grammar and vocabulary.

Pronunciation (Russian):

неорганический: [nʲɪ.ɐ.rɡɐ.nʲɪˈtɕɪ.skʲɪj]

Note on неорганический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("tɕɪ"), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the soft consonants and vowel reductions in Russian. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Not consisting of or derived from living matter, often used in chemistry to describe substances without carbon-based compounds.

Translation(s) & Context:

• неорганический - Typically used in formal scientific contexts, such as chemistry or biology, to describe non-organic materials like minerals or metals.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Неорганический состав почвы влияет на рост растений.

  English translation: The inorganic composition of the soil affects plant growth.

• Русский пример: В химии неорганический углерод не образует сложные цепочки.

  English translation: In chemistry, inorganic carbon does not form complex chains.

• Русский пример: Многие удобрения включают неорганические элементы, такие как фосфор.

  English translation: Many fertilizers include inorganic elements, such as phosphorus.

• Русский пример: Неорганический материал, как стекло, не разлагается естественно.

  English translation: Inorganic material, like glass, does not decompose naturally.

• Русский пример: Учёные изучают неорганический мир для понимания минералов.

  English translation: Scientists study the inorganic world to understand minerals.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Неорганический" is an adjective in Russian, which inflects based on gender, number, and case to agree with the noun it modifies. It follows the standard pattern for first-declension adjectives. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

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

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • минеральный - Often used interchangeably in contexts like geology, but implies a mineral origin.
  • бесорганический - A less common variant, emphasizing absence of organic components.
• Antonyms:
  • органический - Directly contrasts by referring to living or carbon-based matter.

Related Phrases:

• Неорганическая химия - Refers to the branch of chemistry dealing with non-carbon compounds; English equivalent: "inorganic chemistry".
• Неорганические вещества - Common phrase for substances without organic elements; English: "inorganic substances".
• Неорганический мир - Used in scientific discussions to mean the non-living environment; English: "inorganic world".

Usage Notes:

"Неорганический" directly corresponds to the English "inorganic" in scientific contexts, but it's important to use it only in formal settings, such as academic papers or lectures, as it's not suitable for casual conversation. When choosing between translations, "неорганический" is the most precise for chemical or biological applications. Pay attention to adjective agreement: always inflect it to match the noun's gender, number, and case. For example, it's commonly paired with nouns like "вещество" (substance) in discussions of material science.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "неорганический" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "неорганический вода" instead of "неорганическая вода" (for feminine noun).

  Correct: Неорганическая вода (Inorganic water). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the nouns they modify; failing to do so can make the sentence grammatically incorrect and confusing.

• Error: Confusing it with "органический," leading to misuse in contexts like chemistry (e.g., calling an organic compound "неорганический").

  Correct: Use "органический" for carbon-based compounds. Explanation: This mix-up often stems from similar-sounding English terms; always double-check the context to avoid semantic errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian scientific literature, terms like "неорганический" reflect a strong tradition of precision in fields such as chemistry, influenced by historical figures like Dmitri Mendeleev. This vocabulary is deeply embedded in educational systems, where inorganic chemistry is a core subject, emphasizing Russia's emphasis on STEM education and industrial applications.

Related Concepts:

• химия (chemistry)
• вещество (substance)
• минерал (mineral)
• элемент (element)