Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'molar'

English Word: molar

Key Russian Translations:

• моляр [ˈmolʲər] - [Formal, Dental/Medical Context]
• коренной зуб [kɐˈrʲen.nɨj zup] - [Informal, Everyday Language]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in medical or dental contexts; not common in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with specialized vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions. For 'моляр', it's B2; for 'коренной зуб', it's A2 due to its compound structure.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

моляр: [ˈmolʲər]

коренной зуб: [kɐˈrʲen.nɨj zup]

Note on моляр: The stress is on the first syllable, and the 'л' is palatalized, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Tooth (Dental term; Refers to a back tooth used for grinding food)

Translation(s) & Context:

• моляр - Used in formal medical or dental discussions, such as in a dentist's office or scientific texts.
• коренной зуб - Common in everyday informal contexts, like casual conversations about health.

Usage Examples:

• У меня болит моляр, и я записался к стоматологу.

  My molar hurts, and I've scheduled an appointment with the dentist. (Demonstrates use in a personal health context with a formal term.)

• Коренной зуб часто используется для жевания твердой пищи.

  A molar is often used for chewing hard food. (Shows the term in an explanatory, everyday sentence.)

• В детстве у меня удалили моляр из-за кариеса.

  In my childhood, I had a molar removed due to cavities. (Illustrates past tense usage in a narrative.)

• Если болит коренной зуб, лучше сразу обратиться к врачу.

  If your molar hurts, it's best to see a doctor right away. (Emphasizes advice-giving in informal speech.)

• Моляр – это важная часть зубного ряда у взрослых.

  A molar is an important part of the dental arch in adults. (Used in a general educational context.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'Моляр' is a masculine noun in Russian, following the standard first declension pattern with some irregularities in certain cases. 'Коренной зуб' is a noun phrase where 'коренной' is an adjective agreeing with 'зуб' (also masculine).

For 'моляр':

For 'коренной зуб', it remains relatively unchanged as a phrase, but 'коренной' declines as an adjective: e.g., Genitive: коренного зуба.

Note: This noun does not have verbal inflections since it is not a verb.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • коренной зуб (Exact synonym, used interchangeably in informal settings)
  • жевательный зуб (Emphasizes the chewing function, with a slight nuance towards functionality)
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as this is a specific anatomical term. However, in broader dental contexts, it contrasts with 'передний зуб' (front tooth).

Related Phrases:

• удаление моляра - Removal of a molar (Refers to a dental procedure, often in medical contexts.)
• болезнь коренного зуба - Disease of the molar (Used for discussing dental health issues.)
• пломбировка моляра - Filling of a molar (Common phrase in everyday dental care.)

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'моляр' is a direct borrowing from Latin via English and is primarily used in formal or professional settings, such as dentistry or biology, making it a precise equivalent to the English 'molar'. 'Коренной зуб' is more versatile for everyday conversations and avoids technical jargon. When choosing between translations, opt for 'моляр' in written or medical contexts, but 'коренной зуб' for spoken language to ensure naturalness. Be mindful of noun declensions in sentences, as Russian requires case agreement (e.g., "болит моляр" in nominative). This term doesn't have significant regional variations but is more prevalent in urban or educated speech.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'моляр' in informal contexts where 'коренной зуб' is more appropriate, e.g., saying "У меня болит моляр" in casual chat might sound overly technical. Correct: Stick to 'коренной зуб' for everyday use to avoid sounding unnatural.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., incorrectly saying "болит моляра" instead of "болит моляр" in nominative case. Correct: Always check the case based on sentence structure; for example, in genitive: "удаление моляра". This mistake often stems from English's lack of declensions.

• Error: Mispronouncing the palatalized 'л' in 'моляр' as a hard 'l', making it sound like [ˈmolar] instead of [ˈmolʲər]. Correct: Practice the soft 'л' sound, as in 'лимон' (lemon), to ensure accurate pronunciation.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, dental health is a common topic in public health campaigns, especially since 'моляр' and related terms highlight the importance of preventive care. Historically, access to dental services in rural areas has been limited, so phrases like 'коренной зуб' might evoke themes of everyday resilience and health awareness in folklore or modern media.

Related Concepts:

• инсизор (incisor)
• клык (canine tooth)
• стоматология (dentistry)