Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sixth'

English Word: sixth

Key Russian Translations:

• шестой [ʂɨˈstoј] - [Adjective, Masculine, Singular]
• шестая [ʂɨˈstaјə] - [Adjective, Feminine, Singular]
• шестое [ʂɨˈsto(ɪ̯)ə] - [Adjective, Neuter, Singular]
• шестые [ʂɨˈstɨɪ̯ə] - [Adjective, Plural]

Frequency: Medium (Ordinal numbers like 'sixth' are commonly used in everyday contexts such as dates, lists, and rankings, but not as frequently as cardinal numbers.)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner, as basic ordinal numbers are introduced early in Russian language learning and follow straightforward patterns based on cardinal numbers.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

шестой: [ʂɨˈstoј] (The 'ш' sound is a voiceless postalveolar fricative, similar to 'sh' in 'sheep'. Stress is on the second syllable.)

шестая: [ʂɨˈstaјə] (Note the ending '-ая' which softens the pronunciation and is common in feminine forms.)

шестое: [ʂɨˈsto(ɪ̯)ə] (The neuter form may have a slight diphthong in some dialects.)

шестые: [ʂɨˈstɨɪ̯ə] (Plural form emphasizes the ending, which can vary slightly based on regional accents.)

Note on шестой: Be cautious with the 'ш' sound, as non-native speakers often confuse it with 's' or 'ch'. In fast speech, the final 'й' may blend into the next word.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Ordinal number indicating the position sixth in a sequence (e.g., sixth in line, sixth item).

Translation(s) & Context:

• шестой - Used for masculine nouns in contexts like dates, rankings, or lists (e.g., "the sixth day").
• шестая - Applied to feminine nouns, such as in feminine subjects or objects (e.g., "the sixth chapter").
• шестое - For neuter nouns, often in abstract or general references (e.g., "the sixth sense").
• шестые - Plural form for groups or multiple items (e.g., "the sixth ones in the series").

Usage Examples:

• Это шестой дом на улице. (This is the sixth house on the street, referring to a masculine noun 'дом').

  This is the sixth house on the street.

• Она живёт в шестой квартире. (She lives in the sixth apartment, with 'квартира' being feminine).

  She lives in the sixth apartment.

• Это шестое правило в списке. (This is the sixth rule in the list, using neuter for 'право' or similar contexts).

  This is the sixth rule in the list.

• Шестые места в конкурсе достались им. (The sixth places in the competition went to them, demonstrating plural usage).

  The sixth places in the competition went to them.

• В шестой серии фильма происходит кульминация. (In the sixth episode of the film, the climax occurs, showing sequence in media).

  In the sixth episode of the film, the climax occurs.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'Sixth' translates to adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow standard patterns for ordinal numbers derived from cardinals (e.g., from 'шесть' meaning 'six'). Here is a table for the inflections of 'шестой' in its base form:

Note: These forms are regular for most ordinal adjectives in Russian. If the noun is plural or in a different case, the adjective must match accordingly.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • шеститысячный (for larger contexts like 'six-thousandth', but less direct)
  • Note: Ordinal numbers don't have many direct synonyms; variations depend on context.
• Antonyms:
  • пятый (fifth)
  • седьмой (seventh)

Related Phrases:

• Шестой класс - A common phrase meaning 'sixth grade' in education contexts.
• Шестое чувство - Refers to 'sixth sense', an idiomatic expression for intuition.
• Шестой этаж - Means 'sixth floor' in building descriptions.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'sixth' must agree with the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies, unlike in English where it's invariable. For example, use 'шестой' for masculine nouns and adjust accordingly. It's commonly used in formal and informal settings, such as in dates (e.g., 'шестое июня' for 'June sixth') or lists. When choosing among translations, select based on the noun's gender: 'шестой' for masculine, 'шестая' for feminine. Avoid direct word-for-word translation; integrate it into proper sentence structure for natural flow.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the cardinal number 'шесть' instead of the ordinal 'шестой'. For example, saying 'шесть дом' instead of 'шестой дом'.

  Correct: 'шестой дом' (the sixth house). Explanation: Ordinal numbers indicate position, not quantity, so learners must distinguish between 'six' and 'sixth'.

• Error: Failing to match gender and case, e.g., saying 'шестой квартира' (incorrect for feminine noun).

  Correct: 'шестая квартира' (the sixth apartment). Explanation: Adjectives in Russian must agree with nouns, which is a common pitfall for English speakers used to invariant adjectives.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of 'sixth sense' (шестое чувство) is often referenced in literature and psychology, drawing from historical and mystical traditions. It doesn't carry unique cultural weight beyond general usage, but it's a nod to intuitive perception in Russian folklore.

Related Concepts:

• пятый (fifth)
• седьмой (seventh)
• первый (first)