Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'pueblo'

English Word: pueblo

Key Russian Translations:

• пуэбло [puˈɛblo] - [Formal, Borrowed term, Often used in cultural or historical contexts]
• посёлок [pɐˈsʲɵlkə] - [Informal, General term for a settlement, when referring to a village-like community]
• индейское поселение [ɪnˈdʲɛjskəjə pɐsʲɪˈlʲenʲɪjə] - [Formal, Descriptive phrase, Used in educational or ethnographic discussions]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation; it's more prevalent in academic, historical, or travel-related contexts.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1 level; requires basic knowledge of Russian nouns and cultural vocabulary. For 'пуэбло', it's easier due to borrowing; for 'посёлок', standard noun declensions add moderate challenge.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

пуэбло: [puˈɛblo] (Stress on the second syllable; the 'э' sound is similar to the 'e' in 'bed'.)

Note on пуэбло: This is a borrowed word from Spanish via English, so pronunciation closely mirrors the original. Non-native speakers may struggle with the soft 'л' sound.

посёлок: [pɐˈsʲɵlkə] (The 'ё' is pronounced as a soft 'yo', and the 'сʲ' indicates a palatalized 's'.)

Note on посёлок: Pay attention to the palatalization; it's a common feature in Russian that affects clarity in speech.

индейское поселение: [ɪnˈdʲɛjskəjə pɐsʲɪˈlʲenʲɪjə] (Compound phrase; stress on 'дʲɛj' and 'lʲenʲ'.)

Note on индейское поселение: As a phrase, pronunciation varies by context; ensure fluid linking between words for natural flow.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A type of Native American village or community in the southwestern United States.

Translation(s) & Context:

• пуэбло - Used in formal or cultural discussions, often as a direct borrowing for specific historical references.
• посёлок - Applied in informal contexts when emphasizing a communal settlement, but less precise for cultural nuances.

Usage Examples:

• В Аризоне есть древние пуэбло, построенные индейцами.

  In Arizona, there are ancient pueblos built by Native Americans.

• Пуэбло — это тип поселения с многоквартирными домами из adobe.

  Pueblo is a type of settlement with multi-story adobe houses.

• Многие посёлки пуэбло сохраняют традиции коренных народов.

  Many pueblo settlements preserve the traditions of indigenous peoples.

• Индейское поселение пуэбло часто включает церемониальные площади.

  An indigenous pueblo settlement often includes ceremonial plazas.

Meaning 2: A general term for a town or village (in some contexts, especially in Spanish-influenced English).

Translation(s) & Context:

• посёлок - Common in everyday language for any small village or community.
• индейское поселение - Used when specifying cultural or ethnic aspects, but less frequent.

Usage Examples:

• Этот посёлок напоминает пуэбло из американского Запада.

  This settlement resembles a pueblo from the American West.

• В горах есть маленький посёлок, где люди живут сообща.

  In the mountains, there's a small village where people live communally.

• Индейское поселение превратилось в современный посёлок.

  The indigenous settlement has evolved into a modern village.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'пуэбло' (neuter noun, often treated as indeclinable due to its borrowed status):

It remains unchanged in most cases: пуэбло (nominative), пуэбло (genitive, etc.). This is common for foreign words in Russian.

For 'посёлок' (masculine noun, 2nd declension):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	посёлок	посёлки
Genitive	посёлка	посёлков
Dative	посёлку	посёлкам
Accusative	посёлок	посёлки
Instrumental	посёлком	посёлками
Prepositional	посёлке	посёлках

Note: 'посёлок' follows regular masculine noun patterns with palatalization in some forms.

For 'индейское поселение' (a phrase; 'индейское' is an adjective, 'поселение' is a neuter noun):

'Индейское' agrees with 'поселение' and changes as follows (adjective in nominative):

• Nominative: индейское поселение
• Genitive: индейского поселения

'Поселение' itself is a neuter noun with standard declensions similar to 'посёлок' but in neuter form.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: деревня (village, more rural connotation), поселение (settlement, broader term) – Note: 'деревня' is often used for traditional villages, while 'поселение' is more neutral.
• Антонимы: (Antonyms: not directly applicable, but opposites like город (city) imply urban contrast.)

Related Phrases:

• Древнее пуэбло – Ancient pueblo (Refers to historical sites, often in archaeological contexts.)
• Индейские посёлки пуэбло – Indigenous pueblo settlements (Used for cultural discussions.)
• Посёлок с традициями – Settlement with traditions (Implies communal living, similar to pueblo lifestyles.)

Usage Notes:

When translating 'pueblo', choose 'пуэбло' for direct cultural references to avoid losing specificity. 'Посёлок' is better for general village meanings but may not capture the ethnic heritage. Be mindful of formal contexts; in spoken Russian, these terms are often used in educational or travel descriptions. Grammar-wise, ensure adjectives agree with nouns in gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'пуэбло' as if it's fully declinable, e.g., saying "пуэблою" instead of keeping it as "пуэбло".
  Correct: Keep it indeclinable in most cases.
  Explanation: As a borrowed word, it doesn't follow Russian declension rules, leading to awkward phrasing.
• Error: Confusing 'посёлок' with 'деревня' and using it interchangeably without context.
  Correct: Use 'посёлок' for settlements with a sense of community, as in pueblos.
  Explanation: This can dilute the cultural meaning; always consider the specific context to choose the right synonym.

Cultural Notes:

The term 'pueblo' in Russian translations often evokes the rich heritage of Native American cultures in the U.S., such as the Pueblo peoples of New Mexico. In Russia, discussions might link this to indigenous histories, highlighting themes of communal living and resilience, which resonate with Russian ethnographic interests.

Related Concepts:

• деревня
• поселение
• индейцы