Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'livestock'

English Word: livestock

Key Russian Translations:

• скот /skot/ - [Formal, used in agricultural or general contexts]
• домашние животные /ˈdoməʂnʲije ʐɨvotnɨjə/ - [Informal, more descriptive]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in everyday language, especially in rural or agricultural discussions)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of basic noun declensions and vocabulary related to animals)

Pronunciation (Russian):

скот: /skot/

домашние животные: /ˈdoməʂnʲije ʐɨvotnɨjə/ (Note on домашние животные: The stress is on the first syllable of "домашние"; be mindful of the soft sign 'ь' which affects pronunciation of preceding consonants.)

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Animals raised on a farm for food, wool, or other products.

Translation(s) & Context:

• скот - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as farming reports or official documents.
• домашние животные - More informal, often in everyday conversation or when emphasizing the domestic aspect.

Usage Examples:

• На нашей ферме разводят скот для производства мяса и молока.

  On our farm, they raise livestock for meat and milk production.

• Эти домашние животные, включая скот, нуждаются в регулярном уходе.

  These domestic animals, including livestock, require regular care.

• В регионе много ферм, где выращивают скот в традиционных условиях.

  In the region, there are many farms where livestock is raised in traditional conditions.

• Домашние животные, такие как скот, играют ключевую роль в сельском хозяйстве.

  Domestic animals, such as livestock, play a key role in agriculture.

• Из-за засухи фермеры потеряли часть своего скота.

  Due to the drought, farmers lost part of their livestock.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For "скот" (a masculine noun):

Note: "Скот" is an indeclinable noun in some contexts but follows standard masculine patterns as shown. For "домашние животные" (a phrase), "животные" is a neuter plural noun and declines as follows in plural forms only:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • скотина (more colloquial, with a slight negative connotation)
  • фермерские животные (emphasizes farm context)
• Antonyms:
  • дикие животные (wild animals)

Related Phrases:

• Разводить скот - Breeding livestock (refers to raising animals for production).
• Уход за домашними животными - Care for domestic animals (general maintenance of pets or farm animals).
• Скот на пастбище - Livestock on pasture (describes animals grazing in fields).

Usage Notes:

"Скот" is the most direct and formal translation for "livestock" in Russian, often used in agricultural or official contexts, while "домашние животные" is broader and can include pets. Choose "скот" for precise farming discussions to align with English usage. Be aware of grammatical gender: "скот" is masculine and requires appropriate adjective agreements. In informal speech, Russians might prefer phrases over single words, so context matters for natural expression.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "скот" without proper declension, e.g., saying "Я вижу скот" when it should be "Я вижу скота" in genitive contexts. Correct: Always check the case based on sentence structure. Explanation: Russian nouns change endings based on case, which English learners often overlook, leading to grammatical errors.

• Error: Confusing "скот" with "скотина," which can sound derogatory. Correct: Use "скот" for neutral reference. Explanation: "Скотина" implies rudeness or refers to cattle specifically in a less formal way, so it's not always interchangeable.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, livestock like cattle and sheep has historically been vital to rural life and agriculture, symbolizing sustenance and wealth in traditional communities. Terms like "скот" often appear in folk tales and proverbs, reflecting the importance of farming in Russia's vast countryside.

Related Concepts:

• ферма (farm)
• сельское хозяйство (agriculture)
• животноводство (animal husbandry)