Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'periodic'

English Word: periodic

Key Russian Translations:

• периодический [pʲɪrʲɪˈɐdʲɪkʲɪj] - [Adjective, Formal, Used in scientific or technical contexts]
• Периодическая таблица [pʲɪrʲɪˈɐdʲɪkʲɪjə tɐˈblʲɪtsə] - [Noun phrase, Formal, Specifically refers to the periodic table in chemistry]

Frequency: Medium (Common in scientific, educational, and technical discussions, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, as it involves scientific terminology; for beginners, it may require familiarity with basic Russian adjectives and noun phrases)

Pronunciation (Russian):

периодический: [pʲɪrʲɪˈɐdʲɪkʲɪj]

Периодическая таблица: [pʲɪrʲɪˈɐdʲɪkʲɪjə tɐˈblʲɪtsə]

Note on периодический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("dʲɪkʲɪj"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized consonants; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Occurring at regular intervals or recurring periodically

Translation(s) & Context:

• периодический - Used in formal or scientific contexts, such as describing events or phenomena that happen at set intervals.

Usage Examples:

• Периодические встречи помогают поддерживать связь в команде.

  Periodic meetings help maintain communication within the team.

• Эта звезда имеет периодические вспышки яркости.

  This star has periodic bursts of brightness.

• В университете проводятся периодические экзамены по математике.

  Periodic exams in mathematics are held at the university.

• Периодический контроль здоровья необходим для спортсменов.

  Periodic health checks are necessary for athletes.

Meaning 2: Related to the periodic table in chemistry

Translation(s) & Context:

• Периодическая таблица - Used specifically in scientific education, referring to the arrangement of chemical elements.

Usage Examples:

• Ученики изучают Периодическую таблицу в школе.

  Students study the periodic table in school.

• Периодическая таблица Менделеева revolutionized the field of chemistry.

  The periodic table of Mendeleev revolutionized the field of chemistry.

• В этой книге подробно объясняется структура Периодической таблицы.

  This book explains the structure of the periodic table in detail.

• Периодическая таблица помогает предсказывать свойства элементов.

  The periodic table helps predict the properties of elements.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For периодический (an adjective), it follows standard Russian adjective declension patterns, which are regular but can vary by gender, number, and case. It is derived from the noun "период" and changes accordingly.

For Периодическая таблица (a noun phrase), "Периодическая" inflects as an adjective, while "таблица" (feminine noun) follows standard first-declension patterns. The phrase as a whole is invariant in most contexts but adjusts based on sentence structure.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • регулярный (regularnyy) - Similar but often used for scheduled events; less scientific connotation.
  • циклический (tsiklicheskiy) - Emphasizes cycles, suitable for repetitive processes.
• Antonyms:
  • непериодический (neperiodicheskiy) - Used for irregular or non-recurring phenomena.
  • случайный (sluchainyy) - Implies randomness, contrasting with predictable patterns.

Related Phrases:

• Периодические колебания - Periodic oscillations; refers to repetitive waves or fluctuations in physics.
• Периодическая проверка - Periodic check; used in maintenance or quality control contexts.
• Периодическая система элементов - Periodic system of elements; a broader term for the periodic table in chemistry.

Usage Notes:

"Периодический" directly corresponds to the English "periodic" in its adjectival form, especially in scientific contexts, but English speakers should note that Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify. For example, use "периодическая" for feminine nouns. When referring to the periodic table, "Периодическая таблица" is the standard term and is often associated with formal education. Choose between translations based on context: use "периодический" for general periodic phenomena and the full phrase for chemistry-specific discussions. Be mindful of formal register, as this vocabulary is rarely used in casual conversation.

Common Errors:

• English learners often forget to decline "периодический" correctly, e.g., using "периодический" with a feminine noun like "система" (system), resulting in incorrect phrases like "периодический система" instead of "периодическая система". Correct usage: Always match the adjective's ending to the noun's gender and case.

• Confusing it with synonyms: Learners might overuse "регулярный" where "периодический" is more precise for scientific regularity, e.g., saying "регулярный колебания" instead of "периодические колебания". Explanation: "Регулярный" implies scheduling, while "периодический" denotes inherent cycles.

Cultural Notes:

The term "Периодическая таблица" is deeply tied to Russian cultural and scientific history, as it was developed by Dmitri Mendeleev, a Russian chemist, in 1869. In Russia, it symbolizes national pride in scientific achievements and is a staple in education, often featured in museums and school curricula, reflecting the country's emphasis on STEM fields.

Related Concepts:

• химия (chemistry)
• элементы (elements)
• Менделеев (Mendeleev)