Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'randy'

English Word: randy

Key Russian Translations:

• возбужденный [vɐzbʊˈʐdʲɪnːɨj] - [Informal; used to describe sexual excitement or arousal]
• развратный [rɐzˈvrɑtnɨj] - [Informal; implies a more lecherous or morally loose connotation]

Frequency: Medium; this term is not everyday vocabulary but appears in casual conversations, literature, or media discussing emotions and relationships.

Difficulty: B2; Intermediate level, as it involves understanding nuances of slang, emotional states, and cultural contexts. For 'возбужденный', it's B2; for 'развратный', it could be B2-C1 due to its judgmental tone.

Pronunciation (Russian):

возбужденный: [vɐzbʊˈʐdʲɪnːɨj]

развратный: [rɐzˈvrɑtnɨj]

Note on возбужденный: The stress is on the third syllable; be careful with the 'ж' sound, which is a voiced palatal fricative, similar to the 's' in "measure" but softer. Variations may occur in dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

Sexual desire or excitement (primary meaning of 'randy')

Translation(s) & Context:

• возбужденный - Used in informal settings to describe someone feeling sexually aroused; common in modern Russian media or casual talk about relationships.
• развратный - Applied in contexts implying moral looseness or excessive lust; often in literary or critical discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Он был возбужденным после романтического ужина.

  He was randy after the romantic dinner.

• В фильме героиня изображена как развратная женщина, ищущая приключений.

  In the movie, the heroine is portrayed as a randy woman seeking adventures.

• Под влиянием алкоголя он стал возбужденным и неконтролируемым.

  Under the influence of alcohol, he became randy and uncontrollable.

• Развратный персонаж в книге вызывает неоднозначные эмоции у читателей.

  The randy character in the book evokes mixed emotions from readers.

• Она почувствовала себя возбужденной от его слов, но старалась это скрыть.

  She felt randy from his words but tried to hide it.

Other connotations (e.g., playful or slang usage)

Translation(s) & Context:

• возбужденный - In playful contexts, like flirting; avoid in formal settings as it can be too direct.

Usage Examples:

• В этой комедии персонажи часто бывают возбужденными из-за абсурдных ситуаций.

  In this comedy, the characters are often randy due to absurd situations.

• Развратный юмор в шоу привлекает молодую аудиторию.

  The randy humor in the show appeals to a young audience.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'возбужденный' and 'развратный' are adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow standard patterns for short and long forms.

Note: These are regular adjectives, so they follow the standard first-declension pattern. No irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • разгоряченный (more heated or passionate; used in emotional contexts)
  • эротичный (erotic; implies a sensual appeal without moral judgment)
• Antonyms:
  • равнодушный (indifferent; lacks any excitement)
  • холодный (cold; emotionally distant)

Related Phrases:

• в сексуальном возбуждении - In a state of sexual excitement; used to describe intense arousal in psychological or medical contexts.
• развратные наклонности - Randy tendencies; refers to habitual lecherous behavior, often in literary or judgmental discussions.
• быть возбужденным от чего-то - To be randy because of something; a common phrase for triggered desires.

Usage Notes:

'Randy' in English is informal and often slang for sexual arousal, and its Russian equivalents like 'возбужденный' should be used cautiously in conversation. 'Возбужденный' is more neutral and common in everyday Russian, while 'развратный' carries a negative connotation, implying immorality—choose based on context. In formal writing, opt for euphemisms like 'эротически настроенный'. Grammatically, these adjectives must agree with the noun in gender, number, and case, which is a key difference from English. For English learners, remember that Russian culture may view such terms as more direct, so use them in appropriate social settings to avoid offense.

• Avoid overusing in professional contexts; pair with verbs like 'чувствовать' (to feel) for natural expression.
• When translating, 'randy' might not always map directly; consider cultural nuances in Russian media.

Common Errors:

English learners often misuse these adjectives by not adjusting for gender and case, e.g., saying "возбужденный женщина" (incorrect; should be "возбужденная женщина" for feminine noun). Error: Using 'возбужденный' in formal situations like business emails. Correct: Opt for 'возбужденный' in casual talk but replace with 'возбудительный' in descriptions. Another common mistake is confusing it with 'возмущенный' (indignant), which sounds similar but means angry. Example of error: "Он был возбужденным на встрече" (implying sexual context inappropriately); Correct: "Он был разгоряченным на встрече" if meaning excited in a non-sexual way.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like 'возбужденный' or 'развратный' often appear in literature (e.g., in works by Dostoevsky) to explore human desires and morality. However, due to historical conservatism, discussing sexual topics openly can be taboo, so these words might carry more stigma in everyday life compared to English slang. This reflects Russia's blend of traditional values and modern influences, helping users understand the deeper emotional and social layers.

Related Concepts:

• любовь (love)
• страсть (passion)
• эротика (erotica)