Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'physically'

English Word: physically

Key Russian Translations:

• физически /fʲɪzʲɪˈtɕesʲkʲɪ/ - [Formal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in educational, medical, and everyday contexts, but not as frequent as basic adverbs like "quickly").

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, per CEFR standards; requires understanding of abstract concepts and adverbial usage in Russian sentences).

Pronunciation (Russian):

физически: /fʲɪzʲɪˈtɕesʲkʲɪ/

Note on физически: The stress falls on the third syllable ("tɕesʲkʲɪ"), which is a common feature in Russian adverbs derived from adjectives. Be mindful of the palatalized consonants, which can be challenging for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

In a physical manner; relating to the body or material aspects

Translation(s) & Context:

• физически - Used in contexts involving bodily health, physical actions, or material phenomena, as opposed to mental or emotional states.

Usage Examples:

• Он чувствует себя физически хорошо после тренировки.

  He feels physically well after the workout.

• Физически невозможно поднять такой тяжелый груз одному.

  It's physically impossible to lift such a heavy load alone.

• Дети развиваются физически через игры на свежем воздухе.

  Children develop physically through games in the fresh air.

• Она пострадала физически, но не эмоционально, от аварии.

  She was injured physically but not emotionally from the accident.

• Физически активный образ жизни помогает предотвратить болезни.

  A physically active lifestyle helps prevent illnesses.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

As an adverb derived from the adjective 'физический' (physical), 'физически' does not inflect and remains unchanged across contexts. It is invariant in terms of gender, number, case, or tense, which is typical for many Russian adverbs.

For comparison, if the base adjective 'физический' is used, it inflects as follows:

However, for the adverb 'физически', no such changes apply.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: телесно (telesno) - More poetic or literary, emphasizing the bodily aspect; соматически (somaticheski) - Used in medical contexts.
• Antonyms: умственно (umstvenno) - Mentally; эмоционально (emotsionalno) - Emotionally.

Related Phrases:

• физическая активность - Physical activity, often used in health and fitness contexts to promote exercise.
• физически здоровый - Physically healthy, referring to bodily well-being in everyday or medical discussions.
• физически невозможный - Physically impossible, a common phrase in problem-solving or theoretical scenarios.

Usage Notes:

'Физически' directly corresponds to the English adverb 'physically' and is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other elements to specify a physical or bodily aspect. It is neutral in tone but leans formal, so it's ideal for academic, medical, or professional settings. When choosing between translations, 'физически' is the most precise for general use, while 'телесно' might be selected for more literary or archaic contexts. Grammatically, it doesn't change form, making it straightforward, but ensure it's placed correctly in the sentence for clarity, e.g., before the verb it modifies.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing 'физически' (adverb) with 'физический' (adjective), e.g., saying "Я чувствую физический" instead of "Я чувствую себя физически".

  Correct: "Я чувствую себя физически хорошо" (I feel physically well). Explanation: 'Физически' must be used as an adverb to describe the state, not as an adjective describing a noun.

• Error: Overusing it in informal speech, where simpler phrases like "по-телесному" might sound unnatural; instead, use it only when emphasizing the physical aspect.

  Correct: In casual conversation, rephrase to "Я устал телом" instead of forcing 'физически'. Explanation: Russian speakers often opt for more idiomatic expressions in daily talk.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, physical health and fitness are highly valued, especially in education and daily life, influenced by historical emphasis on sports in the Soviet era. Terms like 'физически' often appear in contexts promoting physical education, reflecting a cultural norm of balancing mental and physical well-being, as seen in widespread participation in activities like gymnastics or outdoor exercises.

Related Concepts:

• физика (physics)
• тело (body)
• здоровье (health)