Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'scramble'

English Word: scramble

Key Russian Translations:

• яичница [jaɪtʃˈnʲi.tsə] - [Informal, Used in culinary contexts]
• перемешивать [pʲɪrʲɪˈmʲe.ʂɨ.vatʲ] - [Formal/Informal, Verb form, Used for mixing or scrambling actions]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday conversations, especially in food-related or action contexts, but not as frequent as basic verbs like есть or делать)

Difficulty: A2 (Elementary for яичница as a noun; B1 for перемешивать as a verb, due to basic conjugation needs)

Pronunciation (Russian):

яичница: [jaɪtʃˈnʲi.tsə]

Note on яичница: The stress is on the second syllable; be careful with the palatalized 'н' sound, which can be tricky for English speakers. Variations in regional accents may soften the 'ч'.

перемешивать: [pʲɪrʲɪˈmʲe.ʂɨ.vatʲ]

Note on перемешивать: This is a verb with a soft 'ш' sound; practice the infinitive form first, as conjugations alter pronunciation slightly.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Scramble as in preparing or referring to scrambled eggs (Noun form)

Translation(s) & Context:

• яичница - Used in informal daily conversations about food, such as breakfast recipes or casual meals.

Usage Examples:

• Яичница готова, давай есть!

  Scrambled eggs are ready, let's eat!

• Моя мама всегда готовит яичницу на завтрак.

  My mom always makes scrambled eggs for breakfast.

• В ресторане подают вкусную яичницу с зеленью.

  The restaurant serves delicious scrambled eggs with greens.

• Яичница - это простой и быстрый завтрак.

  Scrambled eggs are a simple and quick breakfast.

Meaning 2: Scramble as in to mix or stir quickly (Verb form)

Translation(s) & Context:

• перемешивать - Used in contexts involving action, like cooking, games, or hurried movements; can be formal or informal depending on the setting.

Usage Examples:

• Мне нужно перемешивать яйца, чтобы они не подгорели.

  I need to scramble the eggs so they don't burn.

• Дети любят перемешивать краски во время рисования.

  Kids love to scramble the paints while drawing.

• В панике все начали перемешивать документы.

  In a panic, everyone started scrambling the documents.

• Перемешивать ингредиенты - важный шаг в рецепте.

  Scrambling the ingredients is an important step in the recipe.

• Во время игры участники должны быстро перемешивать карты.

  During the game, participants must scramble the cards quickly.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For яичница (a feminine noun, first declension):

For перемешивать (a verb, first conjugation):

Note: яичница has regular declensions, while перемешивать follows standard verb patterns with no irregularities in basic forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • яичница: омлет (omlet) - Similar but can imply a fluffier preparation.
  • перемешивать: смешивать (smesivat') - Used interchangeably in mixing contexts; взбалтывать (vzbaltivat') - For shaking or stirring liquids.
• Antonyms:
  • яичница: N/A (as it's a specific food item, no direct antonym).
  • перемешивать: разделять (razdeljat') - To separate or divide.

Related Phrases:

• Яичница с колбасой - Scrambled eggs with sausage; a common breakfast phrase in Russian cuisine.
• Быстро перемешивать ингредиенты - To quickly scramble ingredients; used in cooking instructions for efficiency.
• Перемешивать в хаосе - To scramble in chaos; implies disorderly mixing, often in metaphorical contexts.

Usage Notes:

"Scramble" as яичница directly corresponds to the English term for scrambled eggs and is commonly used in informal settings. For the verb form like перемешивать, it aligns with actions of mixing but may require aspect adjustments in Russian (e.g., use imperfective for ongoing actions). Choose яичница for food contexts and перемешивать for dynamic verbs; be mindful of gender agreement in sentences, as яичница is feminine.

• In formal writing, opt for more precise verbs like взбить (vzbit') for whipping.
• Grammar note: Verbs like перемешивать must agree with subject in person and number.

Common Errors:

English learners often confuse яичница with омлет, using them interchangeably, but яичница specifically means scrambled eggs, while омлет can be more structured. Error example: Saying "омлет" when meaning scrambled eggs. Correct: Use яичница for loose, stirred eggs. Another error is incorrect verb conjugation, e.g., saying "перемешивать" in the wrong tense; incorrect: "Я перемешивал вчера" (if not past context). Correct: Ensure tense matches the narrative, like "Я перемешиваю сейчас."

Cultural Notes:

Яичница is a staple in Russian breakfast culture, often linked to simple, home-cooked meals reflecting the country's emphasis on hearty, practical food. In literature like Chekhov's works, it symbolizes everyday life, highlighting themes of domesticity and routine in Russian society.

Related Concepts:

• омлет
• смешивание
• завтрак