Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sensory'

English Word: sensory

Key Russian Translations:

• сенсорный [sɛnsɔrnyj] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (Used in scientific, technical, and everyday contexts, but not as common in casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian adjectives and technical vocabulary)

Pronunciation (Russian):

сенсорный: [sɛnsɔrnyj]

Note on сенсорный: The stress falls on the second syllable ("sor"). Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech, with the 'r' sound being rolled in standard Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to the senses or sensation (e.g., involving perception through sight, sound, touch, etc.)

Translation(s) & Context:

• сенсорный - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as psychology or technology, to describe anything related to sensory input.

Usage Examples:

• Сенсорный опыт помогает развивать когнитивные навыки у детей.

  Sensory experience helps develop cognitive skills in children.

• В современном дизайне интерьера часто используют сенсорные элементы для улучшения комфорта.

  In modern interior design, sensory elements are often used to improve comfort.

• Сенсорные устройства, такие как смартфоны, изменили нашу повседневную жизнь.

  Sensory devices, such as smartphones, have changed our everyday lives.

• Психология изучает, как сенсорные стимулы влияют на поведение человека.

  Psychology studies how sensory stimuli affect human behavior.

• В музее есть интерактивная зона с сенсорными экспонатами для посетителей всех возрастов.

  The museum has an interactive zone with sensory exhibits for visitors of all ages.

Meaning 2: Pertaining to sensory perception in a more abstract or emotional sense (e.g., evoking senses in art)

Translation(s) & Context:

• сенсорный - Applied in creative or artistic contexts, though less common than in technical ones.

Usage Examples:

• Художник создаёт сенсорные композиции, чтобы вызвать эмоциональный отклик.

  The artist creates sensory compositions to evoke an emotional response.

• Сенсорные аспекты музыки делают её неотъемлемой частью терапии.

  The sensory aspects of music make it an integral part of therapy.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Сенсорный" is an adjective in Russian and follows the standard pattern of second-declension adjectives. It changes based on gender, number, and case, as Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify. This is a regular adjective, so it inflects predictably.

Note: If the adjective is used predicatively, it may not change as much, but in attributive positions, full agreement is required.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • чувственный (chuvstvennyy) - More emotional connotation, often used for tactile or sensory experiences in art.
  • ощутимый (oschutimyy) - Emphasizes something that can be felt or perceived.
• Antonyms:
  • несенсорный (nesensornyy) - Lacking sensory qualities, used in technical contexts.
  • абстрактный (abstraktnyy) - Abstract, non-sensory.

Related Phrases:

• Сенсорная терапия (Sensor therapy) - A therapeutic approach using sensory stimulation to aid mental health.
• Сенсорные ощущения (Sensory sensations) - Refers to perceptions through the senses, common in psychological discussions.
• Сенсорный анализ (Sensory analysis) - Used in food science to evaluate taste and texture.

Usage Notes:

"Сенсорный" directly corresponds to the English "sensory" in technical and scientific contexts but is less common in everyday Russian speech. It is typically formal and may sound borrowed or modern. When choosing between translations like "сенсорный" and "чувственный", opt for "сенсорный" for objective, sense-related descriptions (e.g., in technology), and "чувственный" for subjective or emotional ones. Be mindful of adjective agreement in Russian sentences, ensuring it matches the noun's gender, number, and case.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "сенсорный" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "сенсорный женщина" instead of "сенсорная женщина".

  Correct: "Сенсорная женщина" (for a feminine noun). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the nouns they describe; this is a common mistake for English speakers who are used to invariable adjectives.

• Error: Confusing "сенсорный" with "чувственный" in technical contexts, e.g., translating "sensory data" as "чувственный данные".

  Correct: "Сенсорные данные". Explanation: "Чувственный" implies emotional sensation, which is inappropriate for data analysis.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, sensory experiences are often emphasized in literature and art, as seen in works by authors like Tolstoy, where "чувственный" (sensory/emotional) plays a role in describing human experiences. However, "сенсорный" is a more modern term, influenced by Western science, reflecting Russia's integration of global technological advancements.

Related Concepts:

• чувство (chuvstvo) - Sense or feeling
• восприятие (vospriyatie) - Perception
• стимул (stimul) - Stimulus