Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'marsupial'

English Word: marsupial

Key Russian Translations:

• сумчатое животное [sum'ʧatəje ʐɨvotnəje] - [Neutral, Scientific]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation but appears in educational, biological, or zoological contexts.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, according to CEFR standards; requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and basic Russian noun-adjective agreements.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

сумчатое животное: [sum'ʧatəje ʐɨvotnəje]

Note on сумчатое животное: The stress falls on the second syllable of 'сумчатое' (sum'ʧatəje). Pay attention to the soft 'ч' sound, which is similar to the English 'ch' in 'church', and the rolled 'р' in 'животное'.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A mammal that carries its young in a pouch, typically found in Australia and nearby regions.

Translation(s) & Context:

• сумчатое животное - Used in formal scientific, educational, or wildlife discussions; appropriate for describing animals like kangaroos in a biological context.

Usage Examples:

• В Австралии обитает множество сумчатых животных, таких как кенгуру и коала.

  In Australia, there are many marsupials, such as kangaroos and koalas.

• Сумчатые животные отличаются от плацентарных тем, что они носят детёнышей в сумке.

  Marsupials differ from placental mammals in that they carry their young in a pouch.

• В зоопарке мы увидели редкое сумчатое животное из Новой Гвинеи.

  At the zoo, we saw a rare marsupial from New Guinea.

• Исследования сумчатых животных помогают понять эволюцию в изолированных экосистемах.

  Studies of marsupials help understand evolution in isolated ecosystems.

• Дети узнали о сумчатом животном во время урока биологии.

  The children learned about a marsupial during their biology lesson.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'Сумчатое животное' is a compound phrase consisting of an adjective ('сумчатое') and a noun ('животное'). As a neuter noun, 'животное' follows standard Russian declension patterns. The adjective 'сумчатое' agrees with the noun in gender, number, and case.

Note: The adjective 'сумчатое' changes to agree with the noun, while 'животное' follows regular neuter noun inflections. There are no irregular forms in this case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: сумчатый зверь (more informal, often used in casual wildlife discussions; implies a broader animal category)
• Antonyms: плацентарное животное (placental mammal; used to contrast reproductive methods in biology)

Related Phrases:

• Кенгуру – сумчатое животное (Kangaroo – a marsupial; common in discussions about Australian fauna)
• Сумка у сумчатых животных (The pouch in marsupials; refers to the anatomical feature)
• Эволюция сумчатых (Evolution of marsupials; used in scientific contexts to discuss biological history)

Usage Notes:

This translation directly corresponds to the English 'marsupial' in scientific and educational contexts. Use 'сумчатое животное' in formal settings, such as biology classes or wildlife documentaries, as it is a neutral and precise term. Be mindful of adjective-noun agreement in Russian sentences. When choosing between synonyms like 'сумчатый зверь', opt for it in less formal conversations, but 'сумчатое животное' is preferred for accuracy. Avoid using it in everyday small talk, as it may sound overly technical.

Common Errors:

• Error: Incorrectly using 'сумчатый' without the noun, e.g., saying just 'сумчатый' to mean 'marsupial' as a standalone noun. Correct: Always pair it with 'животное' or another noun for clarity, e.g., 'сумчатое животное'. Explanation: In Russian, adjectives need a noun to form a complete phrase, unlike in English where 'marsupial' can stand alone.

• Error: Misapplying case endings, e.g., using 'сумчатого животного' in a nominative context. Correct: Use the appropriate case based on sentence structure, such as nominative for subjects. Explanation: Russian requires strict grammatical agreement, which English learners often overlook, leading to confusion in complex sentences.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, marsupials like kangaroos are often associated with Australia, featured in educational media and folklore. They symbolize exotic wildlife and are commonly referenced in discussions about global biodiversity, reflecting Russia's interest in natural sciences and environmental conservation.

Related Concepts:

• кенгуру (kangaroo)
• коала (koala)
• плацентарные (placental mammals)