Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Saturday'

English Word: Saturday

Key Russian Translations:

• суббота [suˈbotə] - [Formal/Informal, Standard usage for the day of the week]

Frequency: High (Days of the week are frequently used in everyday conversation, scheduling, and media.)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner; Basic vocabulary that is introduced early in language learning.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

суббота: [suˈbotə]

Note on суббота: The stress is on the second syllable ('bo'). Pronunciation may vary slightly in different Russian dialects, but [suˈbotə] is the standard IPA representation. Pay attention to the soft 'b' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

The day of the week following Friday and preceding Sunday.

Translation(s) & Context:

• суббота - Used in general contexts to refer to Saturday, applicable in formal, informal, or everyday settings, such as scheduling events or discussing weekends.

Usage Examples:

• Сегодня суббота, и я отдыхаю весь день.

  Today is Saturday, and I'm resting all day.

• В субботу мы всегда ходим в кино.

  On Saturdays, we always go to the movies.

• Суббота — это мой любимый день недели.

  Saturday is my favorite day of the week.

• Я работаю по субботам, но в этот раз взял выходной.

  I work on Saturdays, but this time I took the day off.

• В прошлую субботу было солнечно, так что мы пошли на пикник.

  Last Saturday was sunny, so we went on a picnic.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Суббота" is a feminine noun (first declension) in Russian, and it follows standard noun inflection patterns. It changes based on case, number, and gender agreement. As a day of the week, it is typically used in the singular form and inflects for grammatical cases.

Note: This word does not have a plural form in common usage for days of the week, as they are treated as singular concepts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: None direct, as "суббота" is the standard term. Informally, it might be referenced in phrases like "выходной день" (day off), but this is not a true synonym.
• Antonyms: пятница (Friday), воскресенье (Sunday)

Related Phrases:

• В субботу (On Saturday) - Refers to an action or event occurring on that day.
• Субботний вечер (Saturday evening) - Describes the evening of Saturday, often implying leisure time.
• По субботам (On Saturdays, habitually) - Used for recurring events on Saturdays.
• Субботний рынок (Saturday market) - A common phrase for markets held on Saturdays in Russian cities.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "суббота" directly corresponds to the English "Saturday" and is used in similar contexts, such as daily scheduling or weekend plans. It is gender-neutral in English but feminine in Russian, so it agrees with feminine adjectives or verbs if modified (e.g., "эта суббота" for "this Saturday"). There are no significant regional variations, but in formal writing, it's often capitalized when starting a sentence. When choosing translations, "суббота" is the most straightforward and universally applicable option for English speakers learning Russian.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "суббот" without the final "a", thinking it's an abbreviation. Correct: Always use the full form "суббота" in standard Russian. Example of error: "Я иду в суббот" (incorrect). Correct: "Я иду в субботу". Explanation: Russian nouns require full inflection, and omitting endings can make the sentence grammatically incorrect.

• Error: Confusing with other days, such as saying "суббота" when meaning "Sunday". Correct: Use "воскресенье" for Sunday. Explanation: Days of the week are distinct, and misusing them can lead to communication errors in planning.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, Saturday (суббота) is part of the weekend, often associated with rest, family time, or cultural activities like attending theater or markets. Historically, in the Soviet era, Saturdays were sometimes workdays, but today, it's a standard day off, reflecting modern work-life balance. This makes "суббота" a word tied to relaxation and social events in contemporary Russian life.

Related Concepts:

• понедельник (Monday)
• вторник (Tuesday)
• среда (Wednesday)
• четверг (Thursday)
• пятница (Friday)
• воскресенье (Sunday)