Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'jurassic'

English Word: jurassic

Key Russian Translations:

• юрасский [jʊˈras.kʲɪj] - [Formal, Adjective, Used in scientific or geological contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and rarely used in everyday conversation, primarily in academic or scientific discussions.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with geological terminology and basic Russian adjective declensions.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

юрасский: [jʊˈras.kʲɪj]

Note on юрасский: The stress falls on the second syllable. Be mindful of the palatalized 'кʲ' sound, which is common in Russian adjectives and can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Relating to the Jurassic period, a geological era characterized by dinosaurs and significant evolutionary developments.

Translation(s) & Context:

• юрасский - Used in formal scientific writing or discussions about paleontology, e.g., when describing fossils or rock formations from that era.

Usage Examples:

• В музее есть экспонаты из юрасского периода.

  In the museum, there are exhibits from the Jurassic period.

• Учёные изучают юрасские отложения в Сибири.

  Scientists are studying Jurassic deposits in Siberia.

• Этот фильм показывает юрасскую эру с динозаврами.

  This film depicts the Jurassic era with dinosaurs.

• Юрасские породы часто содержат ценные ископаемые.

  Jurassic rocks often contain valuable fossils.

• В юрасский период климат был влажным и тёплым.

  During the Jurassic period, the climate was humid and warm.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"юрасский" is an adjective in Russian and follows the standard pattern of first-declension adjectives. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. There are no irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: юрский (yurskiy) - A less common variant, often used interchangeably in informal scientific contexts.
• Antonyms: No direct antonyms, as this is a specific geological term, but conceptually opposite could include: кайнозойский (kaynozoyskiy) - relating to the Cenozoic era.

Related Phrases:

• Юрасский период - The Jurassic period; Refers to the geological time frame from about 201 to 145 million years ago.
• Юрасские динозавры - Jurassic dinosaurs; Common in discussions about prehistoric life.
• Юрасские отложения - Jurassic deposits; Used in geology to describe rock layers from that era.

Usage Notes:

This translation corresponds closely to the English "jurassic" as an adjective for the geological period. In Russian, it is typically used in formal or academic settings, such as scientific papers or educational materials. Always ensure the adjective agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. For example, choose "юрасский" for masculine nouns and "юрасская" for feminine ones. If discussing multiple items, opt for the plural form. When selecting between similar translations like "юрасский" vs. "юрский," prefer "юрасский" for standard usage, as it is more precise and widely accepted.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the English word "jurassic" directly in Russian sentences, e.g., "Этот камень jurassic." Correct: "Этот камень юрасский." Explanation: Russian requires the native adjective for proper integration; direct borrowing can confuse listeners and is not idiomatic.

• Error: Failing to decline the adjective, e.g., saying "В юрасский период" incorrectly as "В юрасский" without proper case agreement. Correct: "В юрасском периоде" (Prepositional case). Explanation: Adjectives in Russian must match the noun's case; ignoring this leads to grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like "юрасский" are often linked to popular science and media, such as films like "Jurassic Park" (translated as "Парк Юрского периода"). This reflects Russia's interest in paleontology, with sites like those in Siberia providing real Jurassic fossils, symbolizing national pride in scientific exploration and the country's vast geological history.

Related Concepts:

• триасский (triasskiy) - Relating to the Triassic period.
• креда (kreda) - Cretaceous period.
• палеозойский (paleozoyskiy) - Paleozoic era.