Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'magnesium'

English Word: magnesium

Key Russian Translations:

• магний /ˈmaɡnʲɪj/ - [Formal, Scientific; Used in technical, educational, and medical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in scientific, medical, and educational discussions, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with scientific terminology and basic Russian noun declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

магний: /ˈmaɡnʲɪj/

Note on магний: The "г" is pronounced as a voiced velar fricative, which can be challenging for English speakers; it softens before the "н" in some regional accents. Stress is on the first syllable.

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Meanings and Usage:

The chemical element with atomic number 12, a silvery-white metal used in alloys, medicine, and fireworks.

Translation(s) & Context:

• магний - Used in scientific, medical, or industrial contexts to refer to the element in its pure form or compounds.

Usage Examples:

• Магний необходим для нормальной работы мышц и нервов.

  Magnesium is necessary for the normal functioning of muscles and nerves.

• В сплавах алюминия часто добавляют магний для повышения прочности.

  Magnesium is often added to aluminum alloys to increase strength.

• Дефицит магния может привести к проблемам со сном.

  A deficiency of magnesium can lead to sleep problems.

• Магний в форме таблеток продается в аптеках как пищевая добавка.

  Magnesium in tablet form is sold in pharmacies as a dietary supplement.

• В пиротехнике магний используется для создания ярких вспышек.

  Magnesium is used in pyrotechnics to create bright flashes.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Магний" is a masculine noun in the third declension. It follows standard Russian noun patterns for inanimate objects. Below is a table of its declensions:

Note: The plural forms are less commonly used, as "магний" typically refers to the element in a general sense.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: No direct synonyms, but related terms include "магнезиум" (an older or alternative scientific variant, though less common).
• Antonyms: Not applicable, as this is a specific chemical element.

Related Phrases:

• Магний сульфат - Refers to magnesium sulfate, commonly used in medicine (e.g., Epsom salt).
• Дефицит магния - Means "magnesium deficiency," a term used in health contexts.
• Магний в продуктах - Translates to "magnesium in foods," discussing dietary sources.

Usage Notes:

Magnesium directly corresponds to the Russian "магний" in scientific and everyday contexts, but English speakers should note that Russian often requires declension based on sentence structure. For example, use the genitive case (магния) after prepositions like "of." It's primarily formal and technical, so avoid in casual speech. When choosing translations, "магний" is the standard; alternatives like "магнезиум" are rare and archaic.

Common Errors:

• Error: Mispronouncing as /maɡˈniː/ instead of /ˈmaɡnʲɪj/. Correct: Focus on the palatalized "н" sound. Example of error: Saying "магиний" (incorrect). Correct: "магний" with proper softening.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., using nominative in all cases. Correct: In a sentence like "Я ем продукты с магнием" (I eat foods with magnesium), it should be "с магнием" (instrumental case). Explanation: Russian nouns change based on grammatical role, which can confuse English learners used to invariant nouns.

Cultural Notes:

As a scientific term, "магний" doesn't carry significant cultural connotations in Russian culture. However, it's linked to broader themes in Russian science education, where chemistry is emphasized in schools, reflecting the country's historical focus on industrial and space technology development.

Related Concepts:

• кальций (calcium)
• железо (iron)
• натрий (sodium)