Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'philogyny'

English Word: philogyny

Key Russian Translations:

• филогиния [fʲɪlɐˈɡinʲɪjə] - [Formal, Rare; used in academic or philosophical contexts to denote an affinity or love towards women, analogous to 'philogyny' as a hypothetical term]
• любовь к женщинам [lʲʊˈbofʲ k ʐɛnʲɪˈnam] - [Informal, Descriptive; a more common phrase used in everyday language or discussions]

Frequency: Low (This term and its translations are not commonly used in everyday Russian; more prevalent in specialized philosophical or gender studies texts)

Difficulty: C1 (Advanced; requires understanding of abstract concepts and Russian morphology, though 'любовь к женщинам' might be B2 for intermediate learners due to its straightforward structure)

Pronunciation (Russian):

филогиния: [fʲɪlɐˈɡinʲɪjə]

Note on филогиния: This is a rare, derived word with stress on the fourth syllable; non-native speakers may confuse it with similar words like 'философия'. Pay attention to the soft 'г' sound, which can vary in speed.

любовь к женщинам: [lʲʊˈbofʲ k ʐɛnʲɪˈnam]

Note on любовь к женщинам: The phrase has a natural flow with emphasis on 'любовь'; the preposition 'к' links the nouns, and 'женщинам' is in the dative case. Regional accents might soften the 'ж' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Love or affinity towards women (as a positive counterpart to misogyny)

Translation(s) & Context:

• филогиния - Used in formal, academic discussions about gender philosophy, such as in essays or lectures on ethics.
• любовь к женщинам - Applied in informal contexts like personal essays, social media, or casual conversations about relationships.

Usage Examples:

• В его работах часто встречается тема филогинии, подчеркивающая уважение к женскому полу.

  In his works, the theme of philogyny often appears, emphasizing respect for the female gender.

• Многие философы обсуждали любовь к женщинам как основу гармоничного общества.

  Many philosophers discussed love towards women as the foundation of a harmonious society.

• Ее речь о филогинии вдохновила аудиторию на размышления о гендерном равенстве.

  Her speech on philogyny inspired the audience to reflect on gender equality.

• В повседневной жизни проявление любви к женщинам может быть простым актом доброты.

  In everyday life, showing love towards women can be a simple act of kindness.

• Критики обвинили текст в излишней филогинии, игнорирующей сложности реальных отношений.

  Critics accused the text of excessive philogyny, ignoring the complexities of real relationships.

Secondary Meaning: Philosophical or cultural appreciation (if interpreted metaphorically)

Translation(s) & Context:

• филогиния - In metaphorical contexts, such as literature analyzing cultural attitudes.
• любовь к женщинам - In broader cultural discussions, like feminist theory.

Usage Examples:

• Филогиния в искусстве часто изображается через идеализированные образы матерей и муз.

  Philogyny in art is often depicted through idealized images of mothers and muses.

• Его книга подчеркивает любовь к женщинам как культурный идеал в русской литературе.

  His book emphasizes love towards women as a cultural ideal in Russian literature.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'филогиния' (a feminine noun, assumed as a neologism based on 'философия'):

For 'любовь к женщинам' (phrase): 'Любовь' is a feminine noun with standard inflections, while 'к женщинам' uses 'женщины' in dative plural. It does not inflect as a fixed phrase but follows general rules for nouns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • уважение к женщинам [slight difference: more about respect than love]
  • женолюбие [informal, poetic term]
• Antonyms:
  • мизогиния [direct opposite, meaning misogyny]
  • ненависть к женщинам [stronger, meaning hatred towards women]

Related Phrases:

• Филогиния и общество - A phrase meaning "Philogyny and society," often used in gender studies discussions.
• Любовь к женскому началу - Meaning "Love towards the feminine principle," referring to broader cultural or spiritual contexts.
• Выражение филогинии в искусстве - Translates to "Expression of philogyny in art," used in literary analysis.

Usage Notes:

'Филогиния' is a rare or invented term in Russian, directly mirroring 'philogyny' as the love of women, and should be used in formal or academic settings where precise terminology is needed. In contrast, 'любовь к женщинам' is more versatile and idiomatic for everyday use. Be cautious with context: in Russian culture, such phrases might carry subtle gender implications, so avoid overly sentimental tones. When choosing between translations, opt for 'любовь к женщинам' for natural flow in conversations, and reserve 'филогиния' for philosophical essays. Grammatically, ensure proper case agreement, e.g., with prepositions like 'к'.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'филогиния' as if it were a common word, e.g., saying "Я испытываю филогиния" instead of the correct "Я испытываю филогинию" (with proper accusative case).

  Correct: "Я испытываю филогинию к женщинам." Explanation: Russian nouns require case changes based on sentence structure; beginners often forget this, leading to awkward phrasing.

• Error: Confusing it with 'философия' (philosophy), e.g., writing "философия женщин" to mean philogyny.

  Correct: Use 'филогиния' or 'любовь к женщинам.' Explanation: This mix-up stems from similar roots; clarify the context to avoid semantic errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, concepts like philogyny are often tied to historical literary traditions, such as in the works of Tolstoy or Chekhov, where admiration for women is romanticized. However, modern discussions might frame it within feminist movements, contrasting it with misogyny prevalent in some traditional attitudes. This reflects Russia's complex gender dynamics, influenced by Orthodox Christianity and Soviet-era equality ideals.

Related Concepts:

• феминизм
• гендерное равенство
• мизогиния