Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'secretin'

English Word: secretin

Key Russian Translations:

• секретин [sʲɪkrʲɪˈtʲin] - [Formal, Medical term; used in scientific and medical contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily encountered in medical, biological, or academic discussions, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1 level per CEFR; requires familiarity with medical terminology and Russian morphology, as it is a loanword with specific pronunciation challenges.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

секретин: [sʲɪkrʲɪˈtʲin]

Note on секретин: The initial 'с' is palatalized (sʲ), which is a common feature in Russian loanwords. Stress falls on the third syllable, making it [tʲin]. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

A hormone that stimulates the secretion of bicarbonate from the pancreas in response to acidic chyme entering the duodenum.

Translation(s) & Context:

• секретин - Used in formal medical and biological contexts, such as in research papers or clinical discussions, to describe gastrointestinal hormones.

Usage Examples:

• В желудочно-кишечном тракте секретин играет ключевую роль в регуляции pH.

  In the gastrointestinal tract, secretin plays a key role in regulating pH.

• Секретин выделяется поджелудочной железой в ответ на кислые вещества.

  Secretin is secreted by the pancreas in response to acidic substances.

• Изучение секретина помогло понять механизмы пищеварения.

  The study of secretin has helped understand the mechanisms of digestion.

• В медицинских текстах часто упоминается секретин как гормон, влияющий на ферментативные процессы.

  In medical texts, secretin is often mentioned as a hormone that influences enzymatic processes.

• Секретин может быть синтезирован в лаборатории для диагностических тестов.

  Secretin can be synthesized in the laboratory for diagnostic tests.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Секретин" is a masculine noun (мужской род) borrowed from English/Greek roots, and it follows standard Russian noun declension patterns for words ending in a consonant. It is a third-declension noun with regular inflections. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: This noun does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward for learners, but pay attention to the stress, which remains on the third syllable in most cases.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • гормон секретирования (hormone of secretion) - More descriptive, used in educational contexts to explain functions.
  • энтерогастрон (enterogastrone) - A related term in endocrinology, but less specific.
• Antonyms:
  • ингибитор (inhibitor) - Generally refers to substances that block processes, contrasting with stimulatory hormones.

Related Phrases:

• Секретин в пищеварении - Secretin in digestion; a common phrase in medical literature discussing its role.
• Выделение секретина - Secretion of secretin; used to describe physiological processes.
• Секретин и панкреатический сок - Secretin and pancreatic juice; a phrase highlighting interactions in the digestive system.

Usage Notes:

Secretin is a direct loanword in Russian, making it a precise equivalent to the English term in medical contexts. Always use it in formal settings, such as scientific papers or lectures, as it lacks informal alternatives. When translating, ensure the context specifies its role as a hormone; for example, pair it with verbs like "выделять" (to secrete) or "стимулировать" (to stimulate). If multiple translations exist, "секретин" is the most accurate and widely accepted. Be mindful of Russian word order in sentences, which often places the subject at the beginning.

• In comparisons: English "secretin levels" translates to "уровни секретина," maintaining the genitive case.
• Grammar tip: As a masculine noun, it agrees with adjectives in gender, e.g., "важный секретин" (important secretin).

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Incorrectly declining the noun, e.g., using "секретином" in nominative case instead of instrumental.
  Correct: "Секретин используется в тестах" (Secretin is used in tests) vs. Error: "Секретином используется в тестах" (grammatically wrong).
  Explanation: Russian nouns must follow case rules based on their role in the sentence; always check the context.
• Mistake: Mispronouncing the palatalized 'с' as a hard 's', sounding like [sɪkrɪˈtɪn] instead of [sʲɪkrʲɪˈtʲin].
  Correct: Practice the soft consonant for authenticity.
  Explanation: This is a common issue for English speakers due to differences in phonology.
• Mistake: Using it interchangeably with similar hormones like "инсулин" (insulin).
  Correct: Specify the exact hormone; e.g., "секретин, а не инсулин."
  Explanation: Precision is key in medical Russian to avoid confusion in professional communication.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian medical education and research, terms like "секретин" reflect the influence of Western science, particularly from the 19th and 20th centuries when Russian physiologists like Ivan Pavlov contributed to gastrointestinal studies. It carries no strong cultural connotations but symbolizes the integration of global scientific knowledge into Russian language, often emphasized in biology curricula to highlight Russia's historical role in endocrinology.

Related Concepts:

• инсулин (insulin)
• гормон (hormone)
• панкреас (pancreas)
• желудочно-кишечный тракт (gastrointestinal tract)