Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'oxygen'

English Word: oxygen

Key Russian Translations:

• кислород [kɪsˈlɔrəd] - [Formal, Scientific]

Frequency & Difficulty:

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in scientific, medical, and technical contexts, but less frequent in everyday conversation).

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1-B2 on CEFR scale; requires basic knowledge of Russian nouns and scientific vocabulary, as it involves understanding chemical terminology).

Pronunciation (Russian):

кислород: [kɪsˈlɔrəd]

Note on кислород: The stress falls on the second syllable ("lórod"). Pronunciation can vary slightly in rapid speech, with the "к" sound being soft and the "о" vowel potentially reduced in informal contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A chemical element essential for respiration and combustion.

Translation(s) & Context:

• кислород - Used in scientific, medical, or educational contexts to refer to the gas or element, such as in chemistry classes or health discussions.

Usage Examples:

• В воздухе содержится около 21% кислорода.

  The air contains about 21% oxygen.

• Кислород необходим для дыхания всех живых организмов.

  Oxygen is necessary for the breathing of all living organisms.

• В больнице пациенту подают кислород через маску.

  In the hospital, the patient is given oxygen through a mask.

• Химики изучают свойства кислорода в лаборатории.

  Chemists study the properties of oxygen in the laboratory.

• Космонавты носят баллоны с кислородом во время выхода в открытый космос.

  Astronauts carry oxygen tanks during spacewalks.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

кислород is a masculine noun in Russian (3rd declension). It follows standard noun inflection patterns for case and number. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: As a scientific term, it is often used in singular form and does not change in informal contexts. Irregularities are minimal, following standard masculine noun rules.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • О2 (O2) - Used in chemical formulas or abbreviations, with no significant contextual difference.
  • Двуокись (dvookis) - Less common, implies a compound form but is not exact.
• Antonyms: Not applicable, as "oxygen" is a specific element without direct opposites in Russian vocabulary.

Related Phrases:

• Атмосферный кислород - Atmospheric oxygen; refers to oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere, commonly used in environmental discussions.
• Жидкий кислород - Liquid oxygen; used in contexts like rocketry or medical storage, highlighting its physical state.
• Кислородная маска - Oxygen mask; a phrase for safety equipment in aviation or healthcare.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "кислород" directly corresponds to the English "oxygen" in scientific and everyday contexts, but it is primarily formal and technical. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless discussing science; instead, it might be implied in phrases like "воздух" (air). When choosing translations, stick with "кислород" for precision in educational or medical settings. Grammatically, remember it requires appropriate case agreement, e.g., with prepositions like "в" (in) which takes prepositional case: "в кислороде" (in oxygen).

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "кислород" with "кислота" (acid), as they sound similar. Incorrect: "Я пью кислород" (I drink oxygen, but mistakenly said as acid). Correct: "Я дышу кислородом" (I breathe oxygen). Explanation: "Кислота" refers to acidic substances, not elements, so learners should focus on context to differentiate.

• Error: Forgetting case changes, e.g., using nominative in all contexts. Incorrect: "Без кислород (genitive needed)". Correct: "Без кислорода". Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case with their governing words, which can trip up English speakers used to less inflection.

Cultural Notes:

"Кислород" as a term doesn't carry strong cultural connotations in Russian everyday life, but it gained prominence during the Space Race era in the Soviet Union, symbolizing scientific advancement. In modern contexts, it's linked to health and environmental awareness, especially in discussions about pollution and COVID-19, reflecting Russia's emphasis on public health initiatives.

Related Concepts:

• воздух (air)
• азот (nitrogen)
• углекислый газ (carbon dioxide)