Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'pore'

English Word: pore

Key Russian Translations:

• пор [por] - [Formal, Singular]
• пора [ˈporə] - [Informal, Plural or metaphorical contexts, e.g., Used in medical or everyday discussions]

Frequency: Medium (Common in medical, biological, and everyday language, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary like "house" or "eat")

Difficulty: A2 (Elementary level; straightforward for beginners, but understanding inflections may require basic knowledge of noun cases)

Pronunciation (Russian):

пор: [por]

пора: [ˈporə]

Note on пор: The 'r' is pronounced as a rolled alveolar trill, which can be challenging for English speakers; stress is on the first syllable. For пора, the final 'a' is a short vowel sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A small opening in the skin through which sweat and oils are secreted (Noun)

Translation(s) & Context:

• пор - Used in formal or scientific contexts, such as dermatology or biology, to refer to a single pore.
• пора - Used in informal or plural contexts, often in everyday conversations about skin care or health.

Usage Examples:

• Кожа имеет множество пор, через которые выводятся токсины.

  English: "The skin has many pores through which toxins are released." (This example shows the noun in a singular/plural context, emphasizing biological function.)

• Забитые поры могут вызвать воспаление и угревую сыпь.

  English: "Clogged pores can cause inflammation and acne." (Demonstrates usage in a medical/health-related sentence, with "поры" in plural form.)

• В косметологии важно очищать поры для здорового вида кожи.

  English: "In cosmetology, it's important to clean pores for a healthy skin appearance." (Illustrates the word in a professional or everyday beauty context.)

• Пора на лице часто становится проблемой в жаркую погоду.

  English: "A pore on the face often becomes a problem in hot weather." (Shows variation with "пора" in singular, in a casual, descriptive sentence.)

• Регулярное умывание помогает поддерживать поры в чистоте.

  English: "Regular face washing helps keep pores clean." (Highlights the word in an advice-giving context, with plural inflection.)

Secondary Meaning: To study or examine something closely (Verb, less common direct translation)

Translation(s) & Context:

• вникать - Used for intense, focused examination, often in intellectual or analytical contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Он решил вникать в детали проблемы, как в пору кожи.

  English: "He decided to pore over the details of the problem, like examining a skin pore." (This metaphorical use connects back to the English word, showing verb-noun crossover.)

• Вникать в текст позволяет лучше понять его нюансы.

  English: "Poring over the text allows for a better understanding of its nuances." (Demonstrates the verb in an educational context.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"пор" is a masculine noun in the second declension. It follows standard Russian noun inflection patterns for case, number, and gender. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

For "пора" (as a variant or in other contexts, e.g., feminine noun meaning "time" or plural of "пор"), it may not always apply directly but can inflect similarly if used as a noun. "вникать" is a verb and conjugates irregularly: Present: вникаю, вникаешь; Past: вникал, вникала.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • отверстие (otvertstie) - More general term for any opening; used interchangeably in non-medical contexts.
  • канал (kanal) - Implies a channel or passage; subtle difference in implying flow.
• Antonyms:
  • закупорка (zakuporka) - Refers to blockage, opposite in the context of skin health.

Related Phrases:

• Забитые поры (Zabitïe pory) - Clogged pores; a common phrase in skincare routines, referring to blocked skin openings.
• Очищение пор (Ochishchenie por) - Pore cleansing; used in beauty and health contexts to describe a cleaning process.
• Расширенные поры (Rasshirennye pory) - Enlarged pores; often discussed in dermatology for skin condition descriptions.

Usage Notes:

When translating "pore" to Russian, choose "пор" for precise, anatomical references and "пора" for plural or broader contexts. Be mindful of Russian's case system; for example, in genitive case (e.g., "of the pore"), use "пора". This word is neutral in formality but leans formal in scientific writing. If the English "pore" is used as a verb, "вникать" is a good match, but it's more about deep engagement than literal examination. English learners should note that Russian often requires articles or prepositions to fit context, unlike English.

Common Errors:

• Confusing cases: English speakers might say "в пор" instead of "в поре" (in the pore, prepositional case). Correct: Use "в поре" for proper context. Error example: "Я смотрю в пор" (incorrect); Correct: "Я смотрю в поре". This happens because English doesn't have cases, leading to oversight of Russian grammar rules.

• Overusing as a verb: Mistakenly translating the verb form directly as "пор" (a noun), e.g., saying "Я пор текст" instead of "Я вникаю в текст". Correct: Use "вникать" for the action. Explanation: Russian verbs require conjugation, so always check the part of speech.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, discussions about "поры" (pores) are common in health and beauty contexts, influenced by the emphasis on personal care in Slavic traditions. For instance, traditional Russian saunas (banyas) often involve practices to cleanse pores, reflecting a historical focus on holistic wellness and natural remedies.

Related Concepts:

• кожа (kozhа) - Skin
• угри (ugri) - Acne
• косметика (kosmetika) - Cosmetics