Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sepal'

English Word: sepal

Key Russian Translations:

• чашелистик [t͡ɕaʂɨˈlʲistʲɪk] - [Formal, Technical; Used in botanical and scientific contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily used in scientific or botanical discussions, not in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with botanical vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions, making it challenging for beginners but manageable for those with intermediate proficiency.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

чашелистик: [t͡ɕaʂɨˈlʲistʲɪk]

Note on чашелистик: The initial sound [t͡ɕ] is a palatalized affricate, similar to the 'ch' in 'church' but softer; stress falls on the third syllable. Be cautious with the rolled 'r' in [ʂ].

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Meanings and Usage:

A floral part that protects the bud and supports the petals in a flower (Botanical term)

Translation(s) & Context:

• чашелистик - Used in formal scientific writing or educational contexts to describe the outer leaves of a flower; often in biology textbooks or research.

Usage Examples:

• В цветке розы чашелистик защищает бутоны от повреждений.

  In a rose flower, the sepal protects the buds from damage.

• Ботаники изучают, как чашелистик влияет на рост растения в разных климатах.

  Botanists study how the sepal affects plant growth in different climates.

• Во время лабораторного эксперимента мы наблюдали, как чашелистик открывается вместе с лепестками.

  During the lab experiment, we observed how the sepal opens along with the petals.

• Чашелистик у этого цветка имеет зеленый цвет и помогает в фотосинтезе.

  The sepal of this flower is green and aids in photosynthesis.

• В школьном уроке биологии учитель объяснил роль чашелистика в структуре цветка.

  In the school biology lesson, the teacher explained the role of the sepal in the flower structure.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Чашелистик" is a masculine noun in Russian, following the standard second declension pattern for inanimate nouns. It undergoes regular case and number changes, but as a technical term, it's often used in its base form in scientific contexts. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This noun does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward for learners once basic declension rules are understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • околоцветник (okolotsvetnik) - More general term for perianth parts, but less specific; used in broader botanical descriptions.
  • покрывало (pokryvalo) - Occasionally used in poetic or less technical contexts to imply a protective cover.
• Antonyms:
  • лепесток (lepetok) - Refers to petals, the inner, often colorful parts of a flower, contrasting with the protective sepal.

Related Phrases:

• Чашелистик цветка (Chashielistik tsvetka) - "Sepal of the flower"; Used in descriptions of floral anatomy.
• Зелёный чашелистик (Zelyonyi chashielistik) - "Green sepal"; Refers to the typical color and function in photosynthesis.
• Структура чашелистика (Struktura chashielistika) - "Structure of the sepal"; Common in scientific discussions about plant morphology.

Usage Notes:

This Russian translation "чашелистик" directly corresponds to the English "sepal" in botanical contexts, but it's primarily used in formal or academic settings rather than everyday speech. English learners should note that Russian botanical terms often require precise declension based on sentence structure; for example, use the genitive case when indicating possession, as in "цветка чашелистик" (the sepal of the flower). If multiple translations exist, choose "чашелистик" for technical accuracy over more general synonyms like "околоцветник." Be mindful of the word's masculine gender when agreeing adjectives or verbs.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "чашелистик" with "лепесток" (petal) due to similar roles in a flower. Incorrect: "Лепесток защищает бутоны" (The petal protects the buds). Correct: "Чашелистик защищает бутоны." Explanation: "Лепесток" refers to the inner, decorative parts, not the protective outer ones, leading to inaccuracy in botanical descriptions.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun properly in sentences. Incorrect: "Я изучаю чашелистик цветка" (incorrect word order and case). Correct: "Я изучаю чашелистик цветка" should be "Я изучаю чашелистик цветка" with proper context, but more accurately: "Я изучаю структуру чашелистика цветка." Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so learners must adjust for genitive or other cases to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and education, terms like "чашелистик" are emphasized in biology curricula, reflecting Russia's strong tradition in natural sciences. This word doesn't carry unique cultural connotations but is tied to historical botanical studies by Russian scientists like Mikhail Tsvet, who advanced plant pigment research, highlighting the importance of precise terminology in understanding flora.

Related Concepts:

• лепесток (petal)
• тычинка (stamen)
• пестик (pistil)
• цветок (flower)