Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'scoop'

English Word: scoop

Key Russian Translations:

• Черпак [ˈt͡ɕɛrpək] - [Informal, Used for physical tools like a scoop or ladle]
• Сенсация [sʲɪnˈsat͡sɨjə] - [Formal, Used in media contexts for an exclusive news story]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday language for the tool; less frequent in news contexts without media exposure)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; basic forms are straightforward for learners at this level, but contextual usage may require more advanced understanding)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Черпак: [ˈt͡ɕɛrpək]

Note on Черпак: The initial "Ч" sound is a voiceless palatal fricative, which can be challenging for English speakers; it sounds like the "ch" in "church" but softer. Variations in regional accents may soften the final "k" to a glottal stop.

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Сенсация: [sʲɪnˈsat͡sɨjə]

Note on Сенсация: Stress falls on the third syllable; the "С" is pronounced as a voiceless alveolar fricative, similar to "s" in "see." Be mindful of the palatalized "С" which adds a soft "y" sound before vowels.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A utensil for scooping, such as a spoon or ladle

Translation(s) & Context:

• Черпак - Used in everyday domestic or kitchen contexts, often for informal or practical situations.

Usage Examples:

• Я взял черпак, чтобы набрать мороженое из ведра.

  I took the scoop to get ice cream from the bucket.

• В кухне всегда должен быть черпак для супа.

  There should always be a scoop for soup in the kitchen.

• Дети использовали черпак, чтобы играть в песочнице.

  The children used the scoop to play in the sandbox.

• Этот черпак сделан из нержавеющей стали и очень прочный.

  This scoop is made of stainless steel and is very durable.

• Не забудь взять черпак для рыбы из озера.

  Don't forget to take the scoop for the fish from the lake.

Meaning 2: An exclusive news story or sensational revelation

Translation(s) & Context:

• Сенсация - Used in journalistic or media contexts, often implying something surprising or groundbreaking.

Usage Examples:

• Репортер раскрыл сенсацию о коррупции в правительстве.

  The reporter uncovered a scoop about corruption in the government.

• Эта газета всегда публикует свежие сенсации из мира шоу-бизнеса.

  This newspaper always publishes fresh scoops from the world of show business.

• Сенсация о новом открытии в науке облетела весь мир.

  The scoop about the new scientific discovery spread around the world.

• Журналист рисковал жизнью, чтобы получить эту сенсацию.

  The journalist risked his life to get this scoop.

• Вечерние новости были полны сенсаций о знаменитостях.

  The evening news was full of scoops about celebrities.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For "Черпак" (a masculine noun), it follows standard Russian noun declension patterns. It is a third-declension noun and changes based on case and number.

For "Сенсация" (a feminine noun), it is a first-declension noun with regular inflections.

Both words are invariable in terms of gender and do not have irregular forms in standard Russian.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms for Черпак: Ложка (spoon), Ковш (ladle) - Ложка is more general and used for smaller utensils.
• Synonyms for Сенсация: Эксклюзив (exclusive), Скандал (scandal) - Эксклюзив implies rarity, while Скандал adds a negative connotation.
• Antonyms for Сенсация: Рутина (routine) - Refers to everyday, non-sensational events.

Related Phrases:

• Большой черпак - A large scoop; used for bigger quantities in cooking.
• Сенсация дня - Scoop of the day; refers to the most exciting news headline.
• Разоблачить сенсацию - To uncover a scoop; common in investigative journalism.

Usage Notes:

"Черпак" directly corresponds to the physical tool meaning of "scoop" and is best used in informal, everyday contexts like cooking or outdoor activities. "Сенсация" aligns with the news-related meaning and should be reserved for formal or professional settings to avoid exaggeration. When choosing between translations, consider the context: opt for "Черпак" for tangible objects and "Сенсация" for abstract, information-based scenarios. Grammatically, both nouns require appropriate case agreement with articles or modifiers in sentences.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Черпак" interchangeably with "Ложка" without context. Correct: "Я взял черпак для супа" (I took the scoop for soup). Explanation: "Черпак" implies a deeper, scooping tool, while "Ложка" is for eating; misuse can lead to confusion in descriptions.
• Error: Overusing "Сенсация" for minor news. Correct: "Это была сенсация" instead of "Это просто новость." Explanation: "Сенсация" denotes high impact; beginners often escalate language, which can sound hyperbolic in Russian.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "Сенсация" often ties to the fast-paced media environment, influenced by historical events like the Soviet-era press restrictions, where exclusive stories were rare and highly valued. "Черпак" reflects practical, everyday life, symbolizing simplicity in Russian folklore, such as in tales involving communal meals.

Related Concepts:

• Лопатка (spatula)
• Новость (news)
• Эксклюзив (exclusive)