Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'metabolize'

English Word: metabolize

Key Russian Translations:

• метаболизировать [mʲɪ.tə.bə.lʲɪ.zʲɪ.rə.vatʲ] - [Formal, Scientific, Used in medical and biological contexts]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in scientific, medical, or academic discussions; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1 level, as it involves specialized vocabulary and understanding of biological processes; suitable for learners with strong grasp of Russian grammar and scientific terminology)

Pronunciation (Russian):

метаболизировать: [mʲɪ.tə.bə.lʲɪ.zʲɪ.rə.vatʲ]

Note on метаболизировать: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("bo"), and the initial "м" is palatalized. Pronunciation can vary slightly by region, with softer consonants in standard Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: To process or convert substances through metabolic reactions in living organisms.

Translation(s) & Context:

• метаболизировать - Used in formal scientific contexts, such as biology or chemistry, to describe the biochemical breakdown of nutrients.

Usage Examples:

• В печени вещества метаболизируются для производства энергии. (In the liver, substances are metabolized to produce energy.)

  English Translation: In the liver, substances are metabolized to produce energy.

• Фармакологические препараты метаболизируются в организме, что влияет на их эффективность. (Pharmacological drugs are metabolized in the body, which affects their efficacy.)

  English Translation: Pharmacological drugs are metabolized in the body, which affects their efficacy.

• Во время физических упражнений углеводы метаболизируются быстрее, чем жиры. (During physical exercise, carbohydrates are metabolized faster than fats.)

  English Translation: During physical exercise, carbohydrates are metabolized faster than fats.

• В метаболизме белков важную роль играют ферменты, которые метаболизируются в клетках. (In protein metabolism, enzymes play a key role, which are metabolized in cells.)

  English Translation: In protein metabolism, enzymes play a key role, which are metabolized in cells.

• Токсины в организме человека метаболизируются печенью для их выведения. (Toxins in the human body are metabolized by the liver for elimination.)

  English Translation: Toxins in the human body are metabolized by the liver for elimination.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Метаболизировать" is a first-conjugation verb in Russian, derived from a foreign loanword. It follows standard verb patterns but is irregular in some aspects due to its scientific nature. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: The verb does not have perfective/imperfective pairs in standard usage, as it's a borrowed term. Gender agreement applies in the past tense (e.g., метаболизировала for feminine subjects).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • перерабатывать (to process or convert, more general and less technical)
  • преобразовывать (to transform, used in broader contexts with subtle differences in implying change)
• Antonyms:
  • не метаболизировать (not to metabolize, though not a single word; implies inaction)
  • накоплять (to accumulate, opposite in the context of substance processing)

Related Phrases:

• метаболический процесс - (Metabolic process; refers to the overall sequence of chemical reactions in cells.)
• метаболизм веществ - (Metabolism of substances; commonly used in nutritional or pharmacological discussions.)
• быстрый метаболизм - (Fast metabolism; describes efficient substance processing in the body.)

Usage Notes:

This term directly corresponds to the English "metabolize" in scientific contexts, but in Russian, it's primarily confined to formal or academic language. Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it may sound overly technical. When choosing between translations like "метаболизировать" and "перерабатывать," opt for the former in precise biological scenarios and the latter for everyday processing. Grammatically, ensure correct verb conjugation based on subject and tense, as Russian verbs require agreement.

Common Errors:

• Incorrect: *Метаболизировать тело (trying to use it as a noun or without proper context). Correct: Тело метаболизирует вещества. Explanation: "Метаболизировать" is a verb and must be conjugated properly; learners often forget to adjust for person and number, leading to grammatical errors.

• Incorrect: *Метаболизируй пищу быстро (over-simplifying conjugation). Correct: Пища метаболизируается быстро. Explanation: In passive constructions, use the reflexive form if needed, but ensure the verb agrees with the subject; common mistakes include mixing tenses or using it inappropriately in non-scientific contexts.

Cultural Notes:

"Метаболизировать" is a loanword from English/Greek roots via scientific literature, reflecting Russia's integration of global medical advancements. In Russian culture, discussions around metabolism often tie into health and fitness trends, influenced by Western influences, but it's not deeply rooted in traditional folklore.

Related Concepts:

• метаболизм
• биохимия
• ферменты