Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'matinee'

English Word: matinee

Key Russian Translations:

• матине (/ma.tiˈne/) - [Formal, Used in cultural or theatrical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in arts and entertainment discussions but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves recognizing and using borrowed French words in Russian)

Pronunciation (Russian):

матине: /ma.tiˈne/

Note on матине: The stress is on the second syllable ('ti'), which is a common feature in borrowed words. Pronounce it with a clear 'e' at the end, similar to French influence.

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Meanings and Usage:

Afternoon performance of a play, movie, or event

Translation(s) & Context:

• матине - Used in formal settings for an afternoon show, often in theaters or cinemas, to distinguish from evening performances.

Usage Examples:

• Мы пойдём на матине в театр в субботу. (We will go to the matinee at the theater on Saturday.)

  Translation: We will go to the matinee at the theater on Saturday.

• Её любимый фильм показывают на дневном матине. (Her favorite movie is showing at the afternoon matinee.)

  Translation: Her favorite movie is showing at the afternoon matinee.

• В выходные всегда устраивают матине для детей. (They always hold matinees for children on weekends.)

  Translation: They always hold matinees for children on weekends.

• Билеты на матине дешевле, чем на вечерний сеанс. (Tickets for the matinee are cheaper than for the evening show.)

  Translation: Tickets for the matinee are cheaper than for the evening show.

• Этот фестиваль включает утренние и дневные матине. (This festival includes morning and afternoon matinees.)

  Translation: This festival includes morning and afternoon matinees.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Матине" is a neuter noun borrowed from French, and it typically does not inflect in modern Russian due to its foreign origin. It remains unchanged in most cases across cases and numbers:

Note: As an uninflected loanword, it does not follow standard Russian declension patterns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • дневной спектакль (daytime performance) - More general and commonly used in everyday Russian.
  • утренний сеанс (morning session) - Specifically for films or events starting in the morning.
• Antonyms:
  • вечерний спектакль (evening performance) - Indicates shows later in the day.
  • ночной сеанс (night session) - For late-night events.

Related Phrases:

• Посетить матине - To attend a matinee; often used for cultural outings.
• Дневное матине в кино - Afternoon matinee at the cinema; refers to budget-friendly showtimes.
• Матине для детей - Matinee for children; commonly includes family-friendly events with a brief explanation of its role in Russian family traditions.

Usage Notes:

"Матине" directly corresponds to the English "matinee" as a borrowed term, primarily used in formal or artistic contexts. It is more common in written Russian or announcements rather than casual speech. When choosing between translations like "матине" and "дневной спектакль," opt for "матине" in theatrical or international settings for precision, but use the latter for broader accessibility. Be mindful of context: it's often preceded by adjectives like "дневное" to specify time.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "матине" as if it inflects, e.g., saying "матинею" instead of "матине" in accusative case.

  Correct: "Я видел матине." (I saw the matinee.)

  Explanation: As an uninflected noun, it doesn't change forms, which can confuse learners from languages with heavy inflection.

• Error: Confusing it with "мастер-класс" (master class), leading to misuse in event descriptions.

  Correct: Use "матине" only for performances, not workshops.

  Explanation: This mix-up arises from similar-sounding words; always check the context for accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "матине" is associated with accessible theater and cinema experiences, often targeted at families or students. It reflects the influence of Western European traditions, particularly French, on Russian arts, dating back to the 19th century. Matinees are popular in Moscow and St. Petersburg theaters, symbolizing a way to make high culture more inclusive.

Related Concepts:

• спектакль (performance)
• сеанс (session or showing)
• фестиваль (festival)