Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'magazine'

English Word: magazine

Key Russian Translations:

• журнал [ʒʊrˈnaɫ] - [Formal, Commonly used for periodicals]

Frequency: High (A common word in everyday Russian, especially in contexts involving media and reading)

Difficulty: A2 (Basic level; straightforward for beginners to learn and use in simple sentences)

Pronunciation (Russian):

журнал: [ʒʊrˈnaɫ]

Note on журнал: The initial "ж" sound is a voiced palatal fricative, similar to the "s" in "measure" in English. Stress falls on the second syllable. Be mindful of the soft sign "л" at the end, which affects pronunciation slightly.

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Meanings and Usage:

A periodical publication containing articles, stories, or news

Translation(s) & Context:

• журнал - Used in formal and informal contexts for magazines, journals, or periodicals, often in educational, entertainment, or professional settings.

Usage Examples:

• Я подписан на интересный журнал о науке.

  I am subscribed to an interesting magazine about science.

• В этом журнале публикуются статьи по истории.

  This magazine publishes articles on history.

• Она редактирует модный журнал в Москве.

  She edits a fashion magazine in Moscow.

• Мы читаем журналы в библиотеке каждую неделю.

  We read magazines in the library every week.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"журнал" is a masculine noun of the second declension in Russian. It follows standard patterns for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: The plural form is regular and does not have irregularities. This noun does not change in gender or have verbal inflections since it is not a verb.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • периодическое издание (periodicheskoye izdaniye) - A more formal term for a periodical, often used in publishing contexts.
  • журналка (zhurnalka) - An informal, diminutive variant, used in casual speech.
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as "журнал" is a specific type of publication. However, it could contrast with "книга" (kniga, book) in some contexts.

Related Phrases:

• Популярный журнал (Populyarnyy zhurnal) - A popular magazine; used to describe widely read publications.
• Ежемесячный журнал (Yezhemesyachnyy zhurnal) - Monthly magazine; refers to periodicals issued once a month.
• Научный журнал (Nauchnyy zhurnal) - Scientific journal; common in academic and research contexts.

Usage Notes:

"Журнал" directly corresponds to the English "magazine" in the context of periodicals, but it can also imply a more serious or academic journal. Use it in formal writing or speech for accuracy. In informal settings, it's versatile and can describe entertainment magazines. When choosing between translations, "журнал" is the most straightforward for general use, but be aware of context: for a retail store (another meaning of "magazine" in English), use "магазин" instead. Grammatically, it requires appropriate case agreement with prepositions, e.g., "в журнале" (in the magazine).

Common Errors:

• Confusing "журнал" with "магазин" (magazin), which means "store" in Russian. Error: Saying "Я иду в журнал" (I am going to the magazine) when meaning a store. Correct: "Я иду в магазин." Explanation: "Журнал" specifically refers to a publication, not a shop, so context is key to avoid mix-ups.
• Improper case usage, e.g., using nominative in all contexts. Error: "Подписка на журналы" incorrectly as "Подписка на журнал." Correct: Use genitive plural "журналов" for "on magazines." Explanation: Russian requires case changes based on sentence structure, which English learners often overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, magazines like "Ogoniok" or "Komsomolskaya Pravda" have historical significance, often reflecting societal changes during the Soviet era. "Журнал" can carry connotations of intellectual pursuit or state-controlled media in historical contexts, helping users understand its role in Russian literature and propaganda.

Related Concepts:

• газета (gazeta) - Newspaper
• книга (kniga) - Book
• периодическое издание (periodicheskoye izdaniye) - Periodical publication