Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'physique'

English Word: physique

Key Russian Translations:

• телосложение (/tʲɪlɐslɐˈʐɛnʲjə/) - [Formal, Noun]
• фигура (/ˈfʲiɡʊrə/) - [Informal, Noun, Often used in everyday contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in discussions about health, fitness, and descriptions in literature or media)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of noun declensions and basic vocabulary related to physical descriptions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

телосложение: /tʲɪlɐslɐˈʐɛnʲjə/

фигура: /ˈfʲiɡʊrə/

Note on телосложение: The stress is on the fourth syllable; be careful with the palatalized 'т' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

Note on фигура: This word has a clear stress on the first syllable; it's relatively straightforward but ensure the 'г' is pronounced as a voiced fricative.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Physical build or body structure (referring to the overall shape and form of the body)

Translation(s) & Context:

• телосложение - Used in formal or medical contexts, such as describing athletic builds or health assessments.
• фигура - Common in everyday conversations, especially regarding appearance or fashion.

Usage Examples:

• Его телосложение идеально подходит для спорта, с широкими плечами и сильными мышцами.

  His physique is perfect for sports, with broad shoulders and strong muscles.

• Она работает над своей фигурой, посещая тренажерный зал три раза в неделю.

  She is working on her physique by going to the gym three times a week.

• Телосложение актёра помогло ему в ролях, требующих физической силы.

  The actor's physique helped him in roles that require physical strength.

• Фигура модели всегда в центре внимания на показах мод.

  The model's physique is always in the spotlight at fashion shows.

• Врачи оценивают телосложение пациента для определения риска заболеваний.

  Doctors assess the patient's physique to determine the risk of diseases.

Meaning 2: General bodily form or constitution (implying health or genetic traits)

Translation(s) & Context:

• телосложение - Preferred in scientific or genetic discussions, emphasizing inherent body structure.

Usage Examples:

• Его телосложение inherited от отца, что делает его склонным к высоким достижениям в атлетике.

  His physique is inherited from his father, making him predisposed to high achievements in athletics.

• Телосложение ребёнка развивается в зависимости от питания и активности.

  A child's physique develops based on nutrition and activity levels.

• В генетике изучают, как телосложение влияет на здоровье.

  In genetics, they study how physique affects health.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are nouns and follow standard Russian inflection patterns for third-declension nouns.

For телосложение (neuter noun):

For фигура (feminine noun):

These nouns do not have irregular inflections, but pay attention to the soft endings in certain cases.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • конституция (konstitutsiya) - More formal, emphasizing overall body constitution.
  • статура (statura) - Often used interchangeably with фигура in casual speech.
• Antonyms:
  • слабость (slabost') - Implies weakness or frailty.
  • хилость (khilost') - Suggests a frail or underdeveloped build.

Related Phrases:

• Иметь хорошее телосложение - To have a good physique; used in health and fitness contexts.
• Работать над фигурой - To work on one's physique; common in everyday motivational talk.
• Идеальное телосложение для модели - Ideal physique for a model; refers to aesthetic standards.

Usage Notes:

"Телосложение" is the more precise translation for "physique" in formal or technical contexts, such as medicine or sports science, while "фигура" is better for informal discussions about appearance. English speakers should note that Russian nouns are gendered and decline, so always adjust for case (e.g., use genitive after prepositions like "of"). Choose based on context: use "телосложение" for inherent body structure and "фигура" for shaped or aesthetic aspects. Avoid direct word-for-word translations; integrate with Russian sentence structure for naturalness.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "физика" (which means physics) instead of "телосложение" for "physique". Correct: "Его телосложение атлетичное" (His physique is athletic). Explanation: "Физика" relates to science, not body type, leading to confusion in meaning.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., saying "о фигура" instead of "о фигуре". Correct: "О фигуре модели" (About the model's physique). Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so always check the grammatical role.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, discussions about "телосложение" or "фигура" often tie into societal ideals of beauty and health, influenced by historical events like the Soviet emphasis on physical fitness. For instance, in literature and media, a strong physique is glorified in contexts like military service or sports, reflecting values of resilience and endurance.

Related Concepts:

• мускулы (muskuly) - Muscles
• здоровье (zdorov'ye) - Health
• спорт (sport) - Sports