Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'juice'

English Word: juice

Key Russian Translations:

• сок /sok/ - [Informal, Everyday use]

Frequency: High (Commonly used in daily conversations, especially in food and beverage contexts)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner level, as it is a basic noun with straightforward pronunciation and usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

сок: /sok/

Note on сок: The pronunciation is simple and similar to the English word "sock," with a short 'o' sound. Be mindful of the final 'k' sound, which is crisp and unaspirated in Russian. No major regional variations.

Audio: []

Meanings and Usage:

1. A liquid obtained from or present in fruit or vegetables.

Translation(s) & Context:

• сок - Typically used for fruit or vegetable juices in casual, everyday contexts, such as meals or health discussions. It can be formal or informal depending on the setting.

Usage Examples:

• Я пью апельсиновый сок каждое утро для витаминов.

  I drink orange juice every morning for vitamins.

• Этот сок сделан из свежих яблок и очень полезный.

  This juice is made from fresh apples and is very healthy.

• В ресторане подают натуральный сок без добавок.

  The restaurant serves natural juice without additives.

• Дети любят пить сок во время игр на улице.

  Children love drinking juice while playing outside.

• Летом мы делаем домашний сок из ягод.

  In summer, we make homemade juice from berries.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Сок" is a masculine noun in Russian, belonging to the second declension. It follows regular inflection patterns for nouns, changing based on case and number. As a common noun, it inflects for grammatical cases but does not have irregular forms.

Note: The plural forms are used when referring to multiple types or servings of juice.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: напиток (napitok) - A general term for drink, often used interchangeably in broader contexts; фреш (fresch) - Specifically for fresh-squeezed juice, with a more modern connotation.
• Antonyms: вода (voda) - Water, as it represents a non-juice liquid; газировка (gazirovka) - Carbonated drink, contrasting with natural juice.

Related Phrases:

• Фруктовый сок - Fruit juice; Used in contexts discussing healthy eating or beverages.
• Свежий сок - Fresh juice; Often implies homemade or unprocessed options, common in health-conscious conversations.
• Сок из ягод - Juice from berries; A specific phrase for berry-based juices, popular in Russian cuisine.

Usage Notes:

"Сок" directly corresponds to the English "juice" in most everyday situations, particularly for fruit or vegetable extracts. It is versatile and can be used in both formal (e.g., medical or nutritional discussions) and informal settings (e.g., family meals). Note that in Russian, the word often implies a natural, non-artificial product, so it may not perfectly align with processed juices in English. When choosing between translations, use "сок" for standard contexts; for carbonated or artificial drinks, consider alternatives like "напиток." Grammatically, always ensure it agrees with the case required by the sentence structure.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "сок" incorrectly in cases, e.g., saying "Я пью сок" when it should be "Я пью сока" in genitive contexts.
  Correct: "Я пью сока" (I drink juice) in a sentence like "Я пью стакан сока." Explanation: English speakers often overlook Russian case endings, leading to grammatical errors; always match the noun to the preposition or verb requirements.
• Error: Confusing "сок" with "сок" in plural without context, e.g., using "соки" when referring to a single type.
  Correct: Use singular "сок" for one variety; plural "соки" for multiple. Explanation: This is a common oversight for beginners, as English doesn't decline nouns, but in Russian, it affects sentence flow and meaning.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "сок" is often associated with health and tradition, as fresh juices from fruits like apples or berries are staples in home cooking and are linked to rural or seasonal practices. For instance, making homemade сок from garden produce is a common activity in summer, reflecting values of self-sufficiency and natural living, which contrasts with the more commercialized juice culture in some English-speaking countries.

Related Concepts:

• вода (voda)
• чай (chay)
• напиток (napitok)