Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sculptor'

English Word: sculptor

Key Russian Translations:

• скульптор [ˈskʊlʲptər] - [Formal, Singular; Used in artistic and professional contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in discussions of art, history, and culture, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with basic noun declensions and vocabulary related to the arts)

Pronunciation (Russian):

скульптор: [ˈskʊlʲptər]

Note on скульптор: The stress is on the first syllable, and the 'лʲ' represents a palatalized 'l' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronounce it with a soft 'l' as in "million".

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: A person who creates sculptures, typically as an artist or professional.

Translation(s) & Context:

• скульптор - Used in formal, artistic, or historical contexts, such as describing artists in museums or biographies.

Usage Examples:

• Этот известный скульптор создал множество шедевров в Москве.

  This famous sculptor created numerous masterpieces in Moscow.

• В галерее выставлены работы молодого скульптора из Санкт-Петербурга.

  In the gallery, works by a young sculptor from St. Petersburg are exhibited.

• Скульптор тщательно вырезал фигуру из мрамора, уделяя внимание каждой детали.

  The sculptor carefully carved the figure out of marble, paying attention to every detail.

• Многие скульпторы России вдохновлялись народными традициями в своем творчестве.

  Many sculptors in Russia drew inspiration from folk traditions in their work.

• Современный скульптор использует новые материалы, такие как металл и пластик.

  The modern sculptor uses new materials, such as metal and plastic.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Скульптор is a masculine noun (second declension) in Russian, which means it follows standard patterns for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. It is inflected based on case, number, and gender. Below is a table showing its declensions in the singular form (plural is less common but follows similar patterns).

Note: In plural, it becomes скульпторы (sculptors), and the declensions follow the standard plural masculine pattern (e.g., Genitive: скульпторов).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: ваятель (vayatel' - more poetic or archaic term for a sculptor)
• Antonyms: (Not directly applicable, as this is a profession; however, разрушитель (razrushitel' - destroyer) could imply an opposite in a metaphorical sense, e.g., in art destruction contexts)

Related Phrases:

• Работа скульптора (Rabota skul'ptora) - Work of a sculptor; Refers to the output or career of a sculptor.
• Известный скульптор (Izvestnyy skul'ptor) - Famous sculptor; Used in biographical or historical discussions.
• Современный скульптор (Sovremennyy skul'ptor) - Modern sculptor; Highlights contemporary artists in the field.

Usage Notes:

Скульптор directly corresponds to the English "sculptor" and is used in formal contexts like art criticism, education, or media. It is a neutral term without strong regional variations in Russia. When choosing this word, ensure it fits the sentence's grammatical case; for example, use the genitive form (скульптора) after prepositions like "of" or in possessive structures. If the context involves multiple artists, consider using the plural form for accuracy.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the nominative form in all cases, e.g., saying "Я видел скульптор" instead of "Я видел скульптора" (Accusative case). Correct: "Я видел скульптора." Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case with their role in the sentence; always check the required case based on verbs or prepositions.

• Error: Confusing it with similar words like "скульптура" (sculpture, the noun for the artwork itself). Correct: Use "скульптор" only for the person, not the object. Explanation: This mix-up can lead to semantic errors; "скульптура" refers to the art piece, while "скульптор" is the creator.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, sculptors like Mikhail Vrubel or Alexander Rodin have played a significant role in national identity, often blending classical techniques with folk elements. The term "скульптор" evokes Russia's rich sculptural heritage, seen in landmarks like the statues in Moscow's Red Square, symbolizing historical and revolutionary themes.

Related Concepts:

• скульптура (sculpture - the art form)
• художник (khudozhnik - artist, more general)
• мастер (master - skilled craftsman, often in arts)