Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'pyromania'

English Word: pyromania

Key Russian Translations:

• пиромания [pʲɪrɐˈmanʲɪjə] - [Formal, Medical; used in psychological and clinical contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily appears in medical, psychological, or academic discussions, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1-C2; Requires familiarity with psychological terminology and Russian medical vocabulary, as it is a borrowed word from English.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

пиромания: [pʲɪrɐˈmanʲɪjə]

Note on пиромания: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ma-"), which is common in Russian borrowed words. Pay attention to the palatalized 'pʲ' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: An impulse control disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to set fires.

Translation(s) & Context:

• пиромания - Used in formal medical and psychological contexts to describe the disorder, often in professional diagnoses or research.

Usage Examples:

• Пиромания — это психическое расстройство, при котором человек испытывает непреодолимое желание поджигать предметы.

  Pyromania is a mental disorder in which a person experiences an irresistible urge to set objects on fire.

• В клинике пациента диагностировали пироманию после нескольких инцидентов с пожарами.

  In the clinic, the patient was diagnosed with pyromania after several fire incidents.

• Лечение пиромании часто включает терапию и медикаменты для контроля импульсов.

  Treatment for pyromania often involves therapy and medications to control impulses.

• Пиромания может быть связана с детскими травмами, как показывают исследования.

  Pyromania can be linked to childhood traumas, as studies show.

• В отличие от случайного поджога, пиромания — это хроническое состояние, требующее профессиональной помощи.

  Unlike accidental arson, pyromania is a chronic condition that requires professional help.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Пиромания" is a feminine noun (feminine gender in Russian) borrowed from English, and it follows the standard patterns of third-declension nouns in Russian. It is relatively invariable in modern usage but can inflect for case and number. Below is a table of its basic inflections:

Note: As a medical term, it is often used in its nominative form and does not change frequently in casual or professional writing.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • мания поджога (mania of arson; less formal, emphasizes the act rather than the disorder)
  • огненная мания (fiery mania; poetic or metaphorical usage, but less common in medical contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • самоконтроль (self-control; represents the opposite behavioral trait)

Related Phrases:

• лечение пиромании (Treatment of pyromania) - Refers to therapeutic interventions for the disorder.
• симптомы пиромании (Symptoms of pyromania) - Describes common signs like compulsive fire-setting.
• пиромания у детей (Pyromania in children) - Discusses the disorder in pediatric contexts, often linked to developmental issues.

Usage Notes:

"Пиромания" is a direct borrowing from English and is used almost exclusively in formal, medical, or psychological settings in Russian. It corresponds closely to the English term, but English speakers should note that Russian psychology often integrates it within broader discussions of impulse control disorders. Be cautious with context: it's not used in everyday conversation. When choosing between synonyms like "мания поджога," opt for "пиромания" in professional writing for precision. Grammatically, it functions as a feminine noun, so adjectives and verbs must agree accordingly (e.g., "тяжелая пиромания" for "severe pyromania").

Common Errors:

• Error: Mispronouncing the word as [pɪrəˈmeɪniə] (anglicized pronunciation). Correct: Use the Russian IPA [pʲɪrɐˈmanʲɪjə] to reflect palatalization.

  Wrong example: "Пирoмэния" (with English-like stress and sounds).

  Correct example: "Пиромания" [pʲɪrɐˈmanʲɪjə] – Explanation: Russian requires the soft 'pʲ' and correct stress to avoid sounding unnatural.

• Error: Using it in informal contexts, such as casual jokes about fire-starting. Correct: Reserve it for serious discussions to maintain appropriateness.

  Wrong example: "Он любит огонь, у него пиромания!" (implying it's fun or trivial).

  Correct example: "У него диагностирована пиромания, и он проходит лечение." – Explanation: This frames it as a medical condition, not a lighthearted trait.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and psychology, "пиромания" is often discussed in the context of broader mental health awareness, influenced by Soviet-era psychiatric traditions. It may carry connotations of social stigma, as mental health issues were historically underreported in Russia. Understanding this term can help English speakers appreciate how Russian society addresses impulse disorders, especially in literature like Dostoevsky's works, where themes of compulsion appear metaphorically.

Related Concepts:

• клептомания (kleptomania)
• компульсивное расстройство (compulsive disorder)
• импульсивность (impulsivity)