Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'multivolume'

English Word: multivolume

Key Russian Translations:

• многотомный [mna-ga-tohm-niy] - [Adjective, Formal, Used in academic or publishing contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and appears primarily in academic, literary, or publishing discussions, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding compound adjectives and context-specific vocabulary in Russian; learners at this level should grasp it with some exposure to formal language.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

многотомный: [mna-ga-tohm-niy]

Note on многотомный: The stress falls on the second syllable ('tohm'). Be aware of the soft 'г' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers; it's pronounced like a softened 'g' before vowels. Variations may occur in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Describing a publication, such as a book or encyclopedia, that consists of multiple volumes.

Translation(s) & Context:

• многотомный - Typically used in formal, written contexts like literary criticism or library catalogs to denote works spanning several volumes; contrasts with single-volume works.

Usage Examples:

• Эта энциклопедия многотомная и охватывает историю от древности до современности.

  This encyclopedia is multivolume and covers history from antiquity to the present day.

• Многотомный роман Толстого считается одним из шедевров русской литературы.

  Tolstoy's multivolume novel is considered one of the masterpieces of Russian literature.

• В библиотеке есть многотомное издание классических произведений.

  In the library, there is a multivolume edition of classical works.

• Издание этой многотомной серии было завершено за несколько лет.

  The publication of this multivolume series was completed over several years.

• Многотомный словарь необходим для глубокого изучения языка.

  A multivolume dictionary is essential for in-depth language study.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Многотомный" is an adjective in Russian, which inflects based on gender, number, and case to agree with the noun it modifies. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ый. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners once basic adjective declension is understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • многосоставный (mnoga-sostav-niy) - Similar, but often implies multiple parts or components; used interchangeably in some contexts, though 'многотомный' is more specific to volumes.
  • многотомный (no perfect synonym, but can be paired with 'объемный' [volume-based] in broader senses).
• Antonyms:
  • однотрубный (ad-noh-tohm-niy) - Rarely used, but implies single-volume; more common in technical contexts.
  • однотомный (ad-noh-tohm-niy) - Directly opposite, meaning single-volume.

Related Phrases:

• Многотомное издание - A multivolume publication; used for series like encyclopedias or collected works.
• Многотомная серия - A multivolume series; common in literary or historical contexts.
• Многотомный труд - A multivolume work or effort; often refers to scholarly projects.

Usage Notes:

"Многотомный" directly corresponds to "multivolume" in English, emphasizing the idea of a work divided into multiple physical or logical volumes. It is typically restricted to formal or written language, such as in academic papers or book descriptions, and is not used in casual conversation. When choosing this term over synonyms, consider the specific context: use it for books or publications, but opt for alternatives like "многосоставный" for non-literary items. Grammatically, always ensure it agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as Russian adjectives must.

• In sentences, it often appears with nouns like "книга" (book) or "энциклопедия" (encyclopedia).
• Avoid using it in spoken language unless in a professional setting, as it may sound overly formal.

Common Errors:

English learners often mistake "многотомный" for a noun or fail to decline it properly. For example:

• Error: Using it as an invariant word, e.g., saying "Эта книга многотомный" (incorrect declension).
• Correct: "Эта книга многотомная" (feminine singular nominative). Explanation: Adjectives in Russian must match the noun's gender; here, "книга" is feminine, so the adjective changes to "многотомная".
• Error: Confusing it with "много" (many), leading to phrases like "много том" instead of "многотомный".
• Correct: Use the compound form "многотомный" for the specific meaning. Explanation: "Много" is an adverb or numeral, not an adjective for this context.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, multivolume works like Tolstoy's "War and Peace" or the Great Soviet Encyclopedia hold significant historical and literary value. Terms like "многотомный" reflect Russia's tradition of expansive, detailed literature, often linked to the 19th-century realist movement, where authors produced comprehensive epics. This highlights a cultural emphasis on depth and thoroughness in intellectual pursuits.

Related Concepts:

• том (volume, as in a book volume)
• издание (edition or publication)
• энциклопедия (encyclopedia, often multivolume)