Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Permian'

English Word: Permian

Key Russian Translations:

• Пермский [ˈpʲermskʲij] - [Formal, Scientific]
• Пермский период [ˈpʲermskʲij pʲɪrʲɪˈod] - [Formal, Used in geological contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily used in scientific, geological, or academic discussions, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with scientific terminology and basic Russian grammar, as it involves adjectives and noun phrases.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Пермский: [ˈpʲermskʲij]

Пермский период: [ˈpʲermskʲij pʲɪrʲɪˈod]

Note on Пермский: The stress is on the first syllable, and the "р" is rolled, which can be challenging for English speakers. Variations may occur based on regional accents in Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Geological period (Referring to the Permian period in Earth's history)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Пермский период - Used in scientific and educational contexts to describe the geological era from about 299 to 252 million years ago, often in formal writing or lectures.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: В Пермском периоде произошло массовое вымирание видов.

  English translation: In the Permian period, there was a mass extinction of species.

• Русский пример: Геологи изучают отложения Пермского периода в Сибири.

  English translation: Geologists study the deposits of the Permian period in Siberia.

• Русский пример: Пермский период предшествовал триасовому периоду в истории Земли.

  English translation: The Permian period preceded the Triassic period in Earth's history.

• Русский пример: Изменения климата в Пермском периоде повлияли на эволюцию жизни.

  English translation: Climate changes in the Permian period influenced the evolution of life.

• Русский пример: Учёные датируют окаменелости Пермским периодом.

  English translation: Scientists date the fossils to the Permian period.

Adjectival use (Referring to something related to the Permian era or region)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Пермский - Used as an adjective in broader contexts, such as describing geological features or historical events related to the Permian era.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Пермский бассейн является важным регионом для добычи нефти.

  English translation: The Permian Basin is an important region for oil extraction.

• Русский пример: В музее выставлены пермские окаменелости.

  English translation: The museum displays Permian fossils.

• Русский пример: Пермский климат был значительно теплее, чем сегодня.

  English translation: The Permian climate was significantly warmer than today.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Пермский" is an adjective in Russian, which means it inflects based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ский. "Пермский период" is a noun phrase where "период" is a masculine noun that inflects for case and number.

For "Пермский период", the noun "период" inflects as follows: Период (Nom. Sg.), Периода (Gen. Sg.), Периоды (Nom. Pl.), etc. The adjective "Пермский" agrees with it in case and number.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Пермский век (Permian age) - Often used interchangeably in historical geology, but slightly more archaic.
  • Пермская эра (Permian era) - Emphasizes the temporal aspect, common in educational texts.
• Antonyms:
  • Триасовый (Triassic) - Refers to the following geological period.
  • Каменноугольный (Carboniferous) - Refers to the preceding period.

Related Phrases:

• Массовое вымирание в Пермском периоде - Meaning: Mass extinction in the Permian period; Used in discussions about paleontology and climate change.
• Пермские отложения - Meaning: Permian deposits; Refers to geological layers from that era, often in mining or research contexts.
• Конец Пермского периода - Meaning: End of the Permian period; Highlights the transition to the next era, commonly in evolutionary biology.

Usage Notes:

The English word "Permian" directly corresponds to "Пермский" or "Пермский период" in Russian, primarily in scientific contexts. It is a formal term, so use it in academic writing, lectures, or professional discussions rather than casual conversation. Be mindful of grammatical agreement: as an adjective, "Пермский" must match the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. For example, choose "Пермский период" for the era, but "Пермские породы" for plural rock types. If multiple translations exist, opt for "Пермский период" when specifying the geological time frame for clarity.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Пермский" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "В Пермский период" instead of the correct genitive form in some contexts like "В конце Пермского периода".

  Correct: Ensure the adjective agrees, e.g., "В конце Пермского периода" (At the end of the Permian period). Explanation: Russian adjectives must inflect, so non-inflected forms sound unnatural and confuse native speakers.

• Error: Confusing it with "Пермь" (a city in Russia), leading to misuse like "Пермский как город".

  Correct: Use "Пермский" only for the geological term; for the city, say "Пермь". Explanation: While etymologically related, they are distinct, and mixing them can lead to misunderstandings in context.

Cultural Notes:

The term "Пермский" is linked to the historical Perm region in Russia, which was named after the geological period due to significant fossil finds there. This reflects Russia's rich paleontological heritage and how scientific discoveries influence cultural and regional identities, often celebrated in museums and educational programs.

Related Concepts:

• Триасовый период
• Каменноугольный период
• Палеозойская эра