Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sinuate'

English Word: sinuate

Key Russian Translations:

• извилистый /izˈvʲilʲɪstɨj/ - [Formal, used in technical or botanical contexts]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized, primarily appearing in botanical or descriptive texts, not everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate level, as it involves understanding adjective inflections and specific vocabulary in scientific contexts.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

извилистый: /izˈvʲilʲɪstɨj/

Note on извилистый: The stress is on the second syllable ('vʲilʲ'), and the 'ы' sound can be challenging for English speakers, similar to a short 'i' in "bit" but with a more centralized tongue position. Be aware of palatalization in 'лʲ'.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Having a wavy or curved margin, often used in botany to describe leaf edges.

Translation(s) & Context:

• извилистый - Used in formal, scientific descriptions, such as in biology or geography, to denote something with a sinuous shape.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Листья этого растения извилистые, что делает их уникальными в саду.

  English Translation: The leaves of this plant are sinuate, making them unique in the garden.

• Русский пример: Извилистый край листа помогает растению лучше удерживать влагу в засушливых условиях.

  English Translation: The sinuate edge of the leaf helps the plant retain moisture in arid conditions.

• Русский пример: В ботанике извилистые формы часто встречаются у тропических видов.

  English Translation: In botany, sinuate forms are often found in tropical species.

• Русский пример: Художник изобразил реку с извилистыми берегами, напоминающими листья.

  English Translation: The artist depicted the river with sinuate banks, reminiscent of leaves.

• Русский пример: Извилистый дизайн листа вдохновил дизайнеров на создание новых тканей.

  English Translation: The sinuate design of the leaf inspired designers to create new fabrics.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Извилистый" is an adjective in Russian, which means it inflects based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ый. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward once the basic patterns are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: изогнутый (izognutyj) - More general for curved shapes; кривой (krivoy) - Implies irregularity or bending.
• Antonyms: прямой (priamyj) - Straight or direct, contrasting with any curvature.

Related Phrases:

• Извилистая река - A winding river; often used in descriptions of geography or nature.
• Извилистый путь - A meandering path; metaphorically refers to a complicated journey or process in life.
• Извилистые линии - Sinuate lines; common in art or design contexts.

Usage Notes:

"Извилистый" directly corresponds to "sinuate" in English, particularly in botanical or descriptive contexts, but it's more versatile in Russian for any wavy or curved feature. It's typically formal and not used in casual speech; opt for simpler words like "кривой" in everyday conversation. When translating, ensure agreement with the noun's gender, number, and case. For example, if describing a feminine noun like "линия" (line), use "извилистая". Learners should note that Russian adjectives often carry more grammatical weight than in English, so practice inflections to avoid errors.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "извилистый" for straight objects, e.g., saying "извилистый стол" (a sinuate table) when meaning a straight one. Correct: "прямой стол". Explanation: This confuses curvature with straightness; always verify the object's shape before using.

• Error: Forgetting to inflect the adjective, e.g., saying "извилистый листa" instead of "извилистого листа" in genitive case. Correct: "извилистого листа". Explanation: Russian requires adjective-noun agreement; check the case to match properly.

Cultural Notes:

While "извилистый" itself doesn't carry strong cultural connotations, it's often used in Russian literature and poetry to describe natural landscapes, reflecting Russia's vast geography with winding rivers like the Volga. This can evoke themes of journey and resilience in Russian culture, as seen in works by authors like Tolstoy.

Related Concepts:

• изогнутый
• круглый
• рваный