Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'paddock'

English Word: paddock

Key Russian Translations:

• пэддок [ˈpædək] - [Informal, Sports, Borrowed word; used primarily in contexts like horse racing or motorsports]
• закрытый луг [zəˈkrɨtɨj luɡ] - [Formal, General; used in agricultural or descriptive contexts]

Frequency: Low (This word is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation; it's mostly encountered in specialized contexts like sports or equestrian events.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; as a borrowed word, it requires familiarity with English loanwords in Russian. For 'закрытый луг', it may be A2 for beginners due to basic vocabulary.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

пэддок: [ˈpædək]

Note on пэддок: This is a direct borrowing from English, so pronunciation closely mirrors the original. The stress is on the first syllable, and the 'дд' is pronounced as a soft double 'd'. Be cautious with the vowel sounds, which may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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закрытый луг: [zəˈkrɨtɨj luɡ]

Note on закрытый луг: The word 'закрытый' has a stressed 'ы' sound, which can be tricky for English speakers as it's not a direct equivalent to any English vowel. 'Луг' is a standard masculine noun with a clear 'u' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A small enclosed field or area, often used for animals or in sports (e.g., horse racing paddock)

Translation(s) & Context:

• пэддок - Used in informal, sports-related contexts, such as describing a secure area for horses before a race.
• закрытый луг - Used in formal or descriptive contexts, like agricultural discussions or literature, to refer to a fenced-off meadow.

Usage Examples:

• Лошади были отведены в пэддок перед стартом гонки.

  The horses were taken to the paddock before the start of the race.

• В этом пэддоке механики готовят автомобили для Формулы-1.

  In this paddock, mechanics prepare the cars for Formula 1.

• Фермеры огородили закрытый луг, чтобы защитить скот от диких животных.

  Farmers fenced off the enclosed meadow to protect the livestock from wild animals.

• На скачках пэддок всегда полон зрителей и журналистов.

  At the horse races, the paddock is always full of spectators and journalists.

• Этот закрытый луг служит пастбищем для лошадей в зимний период.

  This enclosed meadow serves as a pasture for horses during the winter period.

Meaning 2: A designated area for preparation or waiting (metaphorical or extended use, e.g., in events)

Translation(s) & Context:

• пэддок - Informal, metaphorical use in modern Russian, often in media or event planning.

Usage Examples:

• Участники шоу ожидают в пэддоке перед выходом на сцену.

  The show participants wait in the paddock before going on stage.

• Пэддок фестиваля — это место, где артисты репетируют.

  The festival's paddock is where artists rehearse.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are nouns. 'Пэддок' is a masculine noun (as a borrowed word) and follows standard Russian inflection patterns for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. It is relatively regular but may not inflect in informal use.

For 'закрытый луг', this is a phrase where 'закрытый' is an adjective (agreeing with 'луг', a masculine noun). 'Луг' inflects as a standard masculine noun:

Note: 'Закрытый' changes with case and gender, e.g., закрытого (genitive singular).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • площадка (more general, meaning a small area or platform; differs by being less specific to sports)
  • огороженный участок (fenced-off area; used in formal or rural contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • открытое поле (open field; implies no enclosure)
  • свободная зона (free zone; used for unrestricted areas)

Related Phrases:

• в пэддоке - In the paddock; used to describe being in a preparation area (e.g., at a race event).
• закрытый луг для пастбища - Enclosed meadow for grazing; a common phrase in agricultural contexts.
• пэддок на ипподроме - Paddock at the hippodrome; specific to equestrian events.

Usage Notes:

'Пэддок' is a direct loanword from English, so it's most appropriate in modern, urban, or sports-related contexts. It doesn't have a perfect one-to-one equivalent in traditional Russian, making 'закрытый луг' a safer choice for formal writing. When choosing between translations, opt for 'пэддок' in informal or technical discussions to sound contemporary, but use 'закрытый луг' for broader audiences. Grammatically, ensure adjectives like 'закрытый' agree in case, number, and gender with the noun.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'пэддок' in non-sports contexts, e.g., saying "мой пэддок" for a personal garden (incorrect). Correct: Use "мой закрытый луг" instead. Explanation: 'Пэддок' is context-specific and may sound out of place in everyday scenarios.
• Mistake: Forgetting to inflect 'пэддок' properly, e.g., saying "в пэддок" instead of "в пэддоке". Correct: "в пэддоке". Explanation: Russian requires prepositional case for locations, which English learners often overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'пэддок' is particularly associated with horse racing and motorsports, reflecting Russia's growing interest in international events like the Moscow Raceway. It symbolizes preparation and exclusivity, often evoking a sense of anticipation in sports narratives, similar to its English origins.

Related Concepts:

• ипподром (hippodrome)
• стадион (stadium)
• пастбище (pasture)