Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'park'

English Word: park

Key Russian Translations:

• парк (/park/) - [Formal, Singular, Refers to a public garden or park]

Frequency: High (Commonly used in everyday language, especially in urban contexts)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner level, straightforward for new learners due to its direct phonetic similarity to English)

Pronunciation (Russian):

парк: /park/ (The 'р' is a rolled 'r', and the word is stressed on the first syllable)

Note on парк: Be mindful of the rolled 'r' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers. In casual speech, it may soften slightly.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A public area of land with grass, trees, and often recreational facilities.

Translation(s) & Context:

• парк - Used in formal and informal contexts to describe urban parks, national parks, or gardens.

Usage Examples:

• Мы часто гуляем в парке по вечерам. (We often walk in the park in the evenings.)

  Translation: We often walk in the park in the evenings. (This example shows the word in a daily routine context.)

• В парке есть красивый фонтан и аллеи для прогулок. (In the park, there is a beautiful fountain and avenues for walking.)

  Translation: In the park, there is a beautiful fountain and avenues for walking. (Illustrates descriptive use in a scenic setting.)

• Дети играют в парке весь день. (The children play in the park all day.)

  Translation: The children play in the park all day. (Demonstrates use with plural subjects and recreational activities.)

• Летом парк полон цветов и посетителей. (In the summer, the park is full of flowers and visitors.)

  Translation: In the summer, the park is full of flowers and visitors. (Shows seasonal context.)

• Я отдыхаю в парке после работы. (I relax in the park after work.)

  Translation: I relax in the park after work. (Highlights personal leisure use.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Парк" is a masculine noun in Russian, belonging to the second declension. It follows standard noun inflections for case and number.

Note: The word is regular and does not have irregular forms, making it easy for beginners to learn.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • сквер (/skver/) - A smaller, more intimate green space, often in urban areas.
  • сад (/sad/) - Typically a garden, with a focus on cultivated plants; differs slightly as it implies more maintenance.
• Antonyms:
  • пустыня (/pustyn'ya/) - Desert, implying a barren, non-green area.
  • городской район (/gorodskoy rayon/) - Urban district, referring to built-up areas without greenery.

Related Phrases:

• Городской парк - Urban park; a common phrase for city-maintained green spaces.
• Национальный парк - National park; refers to protected natural areas, often with English equivalent usage.
• Прогулка по парку - A walk in the park; idiomatic for something easy or leisurely, similar to English.

Usage Notes:

"Парк" directly corresponds to the English "park" in most contexts, especially for public or natural areas. It is neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both spoken and written Russian. When choosing between synonyms like "сквер" or "сад", consider the size and purpose: use "парк" for larger, recreational spaces. Grammatically, remember that as a masculine noun, it requires appropriate adjective agreements (e.g., красивый парк - beautiful park).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "парк" in the wrong case, e.g., saying "в парк" instead of "в парке" for "in the park".
  Correct: в парке. Explanation: Russian requires the prepositional case for locations, so always adjust based on context.
• Error: Confusing with English pronunciation, e.g., pronouncing it as /pɑːrk/ instead of the rolled Russian /r/.
  Correct: Practice the rolled 'r' to sound natural. Explanation: This can make the word sound foreign to native speakers.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, parks like Gorky Park in Moscow are not just recreational spaces but also cultural hubs with festivals, statues, and historical significance. They often reflect Soviet-era design and serve as communal gathering spots, emphasizing community and outdoor leisure in Russian culture.

Related Concepts:

• лес (forest)
• озеро (lake)
• площадь (square, as in public square)