Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'pelagic'

English Word: pelagic

Key Russian Translations:

• пелагический [pʲɪlɐˈɡʲit͡ɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, Scientific]

Frequency: Low (This term is rarely used in everyday conversation; it's primarily found in scientific, marine biology, or academic contexts.)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1-C2; Requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and Russian adjective inflections, as it is not suitable for beginners.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

пелагический: [pʲɪlɐˈɡʲit͡ɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on пелагический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable (-ги-), which can be challenging for English speakers due to the palatalized consonants (e.g., 'гʲ'). Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Pertaining to the open sea, oceanic zones, or organisms living in the pelagic layer (e.g., away from the shore and seafloor).

Translation(s) & Context:

• пелагический - Used in formal scientific discussions, such as marine biology or oceanography, to describe environments or species in the open water column.

Usage Examples:

• В океанологии пелагический слой играет ключевую роль в изучении морских экосистем.

  In oceanology, the pelagic layer plays a key role in studying marine ecosystems.

• Пелагические рыбы, такие как тунцы, мигрируют на огромные расстояния.

  Pelagic fish, such as tunas, migrate over vast distances.

• Исследования пелагических зон помогают понять глобальные климатические изменения.

  Studies of pelagic zones help understand global climate changes.

• В пелагических водах Атлантического океана обитают редкие виды планктона.

  In the pelagic waters of the Atlantic Ocean, rare species of plankton reside.

• Пелагический уровень океана часто подвержен влиянию поверхностных течений.

  The pelagic level of the ocean is often influenced by surface currents.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

пелагический is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard pattern for first-declension adjectives. It changes based on gender, number, and case, as Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify. This is a regular adjective, so it inflects predictably.

Note: If the adjective is used with a noun, it must agree in gender, number, and case. For example, it does not change if used predicatively without a noun.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • океанический (oceanic) - Often used interchangeably in broader marine contexts, but less specific to the pelagic zone.
  • пелагический (no perfect synonyms; this is the standard term)
• Antonyms:
  • бентосный (benthic) - Refers to the seafloor environment, contrasting with open-water pelagic areas.
  • литоральный (littoral) - Pertains to coastal or shallow waters.

Related Phrases:

• пелагический зоопланктон - Refers to zooplankton in the pelagic zone, commonly used in ecological studies.
• пелагические миграции - Describes migrations of pelagic species, often in the context of animal behavior.
• пелагический уровень океана - Means the pelagic layer of the ocean, a key phrase in oceanography.

Usage Notes:

пелагический directly corresponds to the English 'pelagic' in scientific contexts, emphasizing open-sea environments. It is strictly formal and should be used in academic or professional settings rather than casual conversation. When translating, ensure the adjective agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. For English learners, choose пелагический over synonyms like океанический if the focus is specifically on the water column away from shores. Be cautious with word order in sentences, as Russian often places adjectives before nouns, similar to English.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the base form 'пелагический' without inflection, e.g., saying "в пелагический зона" instead of "в пелагической зоне".

  Correct: в пелагической зоне (with feminine genitive for 'зона'). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with nouns; failing to inflect can make the sentence grammatically incorrect.

• Error: Confusing it with 'океанический', leading to imprecise translations, e.g., using 'океанический' for a purely pelagic context.

  Correct: Use 'пелагический' for open-sea specifics. Explanation: While related, 'океанический' is broader and may not convey the exact meaning of 'pelagic'.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and science, terms like пелагический are prominent in the context of Russia's extensive marine research, particularly in the Arctic and Pacific oceans. Historically, Soviet-era oceanography contributed significantly to understanding pelagic ecosystems, reflecting Russia's geographical emphasis on vast waterways. This term carries a connotation of exploration and environmental science, often linked to national pride in polar expeditions.

Related Concepts:

• бентос (benthos)
• планктон (plankton)
• океанография (oceanography)