Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'nutritional'

English Word: nutritional

Key Russian Translations:

• питательный [pʲɪˈtanʲɪvɨj] - [Formal, used in scientific or health contexts]
• nutritional [nuˈtrɪʃənl] - [Informal or borrowed term, often in technical discussions; Note: This is a direct borrowing and may not be as commonly used as native equivalents]

Frequency: Medium (Common in health, diet, and educational contexts, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of basic adjective forms and vocabulary related to health, but can be challenging for beginners due to contextual nuances)

Pronunciation (Russian):

питательный: [pʲɪˈtanʲɪvɨj]

Note on питательный: The stress is on the second syllable; pay attention to the soft sign (ʲ) which affects the pronunciation of the preceding consonant, making it softer and more palatalized.

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nutritional: [nuˈtrɪʃənl] (as borrowed; pronounced similarly to English)

Note on nutritional: As a borrowed word, pronunciation may vary by speaker; in Russian contexts, it often retains its English-like sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Relating to nutrition or providing nourishment

Translation(s) & Context:

• питательный - Used in formal contexts such as scientific articles, health advice, or nutritional labeling to describe something that provides essential nutrients.
• nutritional - Employed in more modern or international settings, like dietary apps or global health discussions, often as a direct equivalent.

Usage Examples:

• Эта еда очень питательная и содержит все необходимые витамины.

  This food is very nutritional and contains all the necessary vitamins.

• Питательный завтрак помогает поддерживать энергию в течение дня.

  A nutritional breakfast helps maintain energy throughout the day.

• В nutritional анализе продуктов важно учитывать баланс макронутриентов.

  In nutritional analysis of products, it's important to consider the balance of macronutrients.

• Для детей питательный рацион должен включать свежие фрукты и овощи.

  For children, a nutritional diet should include fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Nutritional добавки популярны среди спортсменов для повышения производительности.

  Nutritional supplements are popular among athletes for improving performance.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The primary translation "питательный" is an adjective in Russian and follows the standard patterns for first-declension adjectives. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. "Nutritional" as a borrowed term is less inflected and often remains invariant in informal use.

For "питательный":

"Nutritional" does not inflect regularly and is often used in its base form, especially in technical contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • полезный (useful, healthy) - Often used interchangeably in general health contexts, but "питательный" emphasizes nutritional value more specifically.
  • восполняющий (replenishing) - Applied when focusing on restoring nutrients.
• Antonyms:
  • вредный (harmful) - Directly opposes in health-related discussions.
  • неполезный (unhealthy) - Used for items lacking nutritional benefits.

Related Phrases:

• Питательная ценность - Nutritional value; Refers to the quality and quantity of nutrients in food.
• Nutritional дефицит - Nutritional deficiency; Common in medical contexts to describe lack of essential nutrients.
• Балансированный nutritional рацион - Balanced nutritional diet; Emphasizes a well-rounded eating plan.

Usage Notes:

"Питательный" is the most direct and idiomatic translation for "nutritional" in Russian, particularly when describing food or diets. It corresponds closely to the English term in formal contexts like nutrition science. However, "nutritional" as a borrowed word is gaining popularity in international or urban settings. Be mindful of context: use "питательный" for everyday Russian communication and "nutritional" for technical or English-influenced discussions. Grammatically, always ensure adjectives agree with the nouns they modify in gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using "питательный" without proper agreement, e.g., saying "питательный еда" instead of "питательная еда" (for feminine noun).
  Correct: "Питательная еда" - Ensure the adjective matches the noun's gender.
  Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree, which is a common pitfall for English speakers used to invariant adjectives.
• Mistake: Confusing "питательный" with "полезный"; learners might overuse "полезный" thinking it means the same.
  Correct: Use "питательный" for nutrient-focused contexts and "полезный" for general health benefits.
  Explanation: While related, "питательный" specifically implies nutritional content, whereas "полезный" is broader.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "nutritional" value is deeply tied to traditional diets and health practices, such as the emphasis on homemade soups and fermented foods like kvass or kefir, which are seen as inherently "питательный" for their natural nutrient profiles. This reflects a historical reliance on seasonal, home-grown produce due to Russia's climate and agricultural history.

Related Concepts:

• витамин (vitamin)
• минерал (mineral)
• диета (diet)