Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'scandalous'

English Word: scandalous

Key Russian Translations:

• скандальный /skænˈdæl.nɨj/ - [Adjective, Formal, Used in contexts involving morality or public outrage]

Frequency: Medium (Common in news, literature, and everyday discussions about controversial topics, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of adjective forms and nuanced contexts, suitable for learners with basic Russian grammar knowledge)

Pronunciation (Russian):

скандальный: /skænˈdæl.nɨj/

Note on скандальный: The stress falls on the second syllable ("dæl"). Be mindful of the soft sign (ь) at the end, which affects pronunciation subtly, making it softer in spoken Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Causing outrage due to a perceived violation of morality, decency, or propriety (e.g., in news, behavior, or events)

Translation(s) & Context:

• скандальный - Used in formal or journalistic contexts to describe something shocking or embarrassing, often in public spheres like politics or media.

Usage Examples:

• Это скандальное поведение политика вызвало массовые протесты.

  This scandalous behavior of the politician caused mass protests.

• Скандальный фильм был запрещен в нескольких странах из-за своих провокационных сцен.

  The scandalous film was banned in several countries due to its provocative scenes.

• В газетах часто освещают скандальные инциденты из жизни знаменитостей.

  Newspapers often cover scandalous incidents from the lives of celebrities.

• Ее скандальные заявления на пресс-конференции шокировали аудиторию.

  Her scandalous statements at the press conference shocked the audience.

• Скандальный развод пары стал темой для сплетен в обществе.

  The scandalous divorce of the couple became a topic of gossip in society.

Meaning 2: Sensational or attention-grabbing in a negative way (e.g., exaggerated or tabloid-style)

Translation(s) & Context:

• скандальный - Applied in informal or media contexts to describe something overly dramatic or exaggerated, often with a hint of disapproval.

Usage Examples:

• Этот скандальный заголовок в таблоиде не отражает реальных фактов.

  This scandalous headline in the tabloid doesn't reflect the real facts.

• Скандальный стиль ее одежды всегда привлекает ненужное внимание.

  Her scandalous style of clothing always draws unwanted attention.

• В интернете распространились скандальные фото, которые оказались подделкой.

  Scandalous photos spread online, which turned out to be fake.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Скандальный is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard pattern for first-declension adjectives. It changes based on gender, number, and case. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: позорный (pozornyy - shameful, with a stronger moral connotation), скандалистый (skandalistyy - tending to cause scandals, more informal)
• Antonyms: приличный (prilichnyy - decent, respectable), невинный (nevinnyy - innocent, without any negative implications)

Related Phrases:

• скандальный инцидент - A scandalous incident (Refers to an event that causes public uproar or controversy).
• скандальная история - A scandalous story (Often used in media for sensational narratives).
• вызывать скандал - To cause a scandal (A common phrase for actions that lead to outrage).

Usage Notes:

Скандальный directly corresponds to "scandalous" in English, emphasizing negative publicity or moral breach. It is typically used in formal contexts like journalism or legal discussions, but can appear in informal speech. When choosing between translations, opt for скандальный if the context involves public shame; for more everyday exaggeration, it might overlap with words like 'sensational'. Grammatically, always ensure agreement with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. For English learners, be cautious of cultural nuances where Russian media might amplify scandals more dramatically than in English-speaking contexts.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using скандальный without proper case agreement, e.g., saying "в скандальный ситуации" instead of "в скандальной ситуации".
  Correct: в скандальной ситуации (in a scandalous situation). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the nouns they describe in case, so always check the noun's form.
• Error: Confusing it with скандал (scandal, a noun), leading to misuse like treating скандальный as a verb.
  Correct: Use it only as an adjective, e.g., "Это скандальный случай" (This is a scandalous case). Explanation: Скандальный describes qualities, not actions directly.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like скандальный often reflect a society where public scandals in politics, entertainment, and personal life are heavily scrutinized in media. Historically, during the Soviet era, scandals were suppressed, but post-Soviet Russia has seen an explosion of tabloid culture, making terms like this more prevalent and charged with connotations of exposure and moral judgment.

Related Concepts:

• скандал (scandal)
• позор (shame)
• сенсация (sensation)