Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'maths'

English Word: maths

Key Russian Translations:

• математика [mɐˈtʲemətʲikə] - [Formal, Educational]

Frequency: High (Commonly used in academic, scientific, and everyday contexts in Russian-speaking regions)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; requires basic familiarity with Russian nouns and grammar, but the word itself is straightforward for learners at this level)

Pronunciation (Russian):

математика: [mɐˈtʲemətʲikə]

Note on математика: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("ti"), and the palatalized 't' sound (as in "tʲ") can be challenging for English speakers; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

The study of numbers, quantities, shapes, and patterns.

Translation(s) & Context:

• математика - Used in formal educational, scientific, or professional contexts, such as school curricula or research discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Я учусь математике в университете, и это мой любимый предмет.

  I am studying mathematics at university, and it's my favorite subject.

• Математика помогает развивать логическое мышление у детей.

  Mathematics helps develop logical thinking in children.

• В повседневной жизни математика используется для расчётов бюджета.

  In everyday life, mathematics is used for budget calculations.

• Без знаний математики невозможно понять физику или информатику.

  Without knowledge of mathematics, it's impossible to understand physics or computer science.

• Современная математика включает области, такие как статистика и алгоритмы.

  Modern mathematics includes fields such as statistics and algorithms.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Математика is a feminine singular noun in Russian. It follows the standard first declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -а. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: The plural form is less common and typically used for referring to multiple branches or types of mathematics.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • арифметика (arithmetic) - Focuses on basic calculations; used in more elementary contexts.
  • матем (colloquial abbreviation) - Informal shorthand, often in spoken language.
• Antonyms:
  • Not directly applicable, as "maths" is a broad field; however, in contrast, terms like литература (literature) represent non-mathematical disciplines.

Related Phrases:

• Высшая математика - Higher mathematics; refers to advanced topics like calculus, often used in university settings.
• Прикладная математика - Applied mathematics; involves practical applications in fields like engineering or economics.
• Математический анализ - Mathematical analysis; a specific branch dealing with limits and derivatives.

Usage Notes:

"Математика" directly corresponds to the British English "maths" or American "math," but in Russian, it encompasses the full discipline without the informal shortening. It is primarily used in formal contexts, such as education or professional discussions. When choosing between translations, stick with "математика" for general purposes, but note that Russian often pairs it with adjectives for specificity (e.g., высшая for advanced). Be mindful of case agreement in sentences, as Russian requires nouns to change based on grammatical role.

• In informal speech, Russians might use "матем" as a casual abbreviation, similar to "math" in English.
• Avoid direct word-for-word translation; integrate it into proper sentence structures for natural flow.

Common Errors:

English learners often mistake the genitive form, using "математика" instead of "математики" after prepositions like "of" (e.g., incorrectly saying "книга математика" instead of "книга математики" for "book of mathematics"). Correct usage: Always check the case— for example, wrong: "Я интересуюсь математика"; right: "Я интересуюсь математикой" (I am interested in mathematics). Another error is overusing the plural form unnecessarily, as "maths" is typically singular in concept.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, mathematics holds a prestigious place due to historical figures like Nikolai Lobachevsky, who contributed to non-Euclidean geometry. This reflects Russia's strong emphasis on STEM education, where mathematics is seen as a foundation for innovation and intellectual rigor, often celebrated in national curricula and competitions like the All-Russian Mathematical Olympiad.

Related Concepts:

• алгебра (algebra)
• геометрия (geometry)
• статистика (statistics)