Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'stadium'

English Word: stadium

Key Russian Translations:

• стадион /staˈdʲon/ - [Formal, Singular, Commonly used in sports and general contexts]

Frequency: Medium (The word is frequently encountered in discussions about sports, events, or urban planning, but not in everyday casual conversation.)

Difficulty: A2 (Basic level; suitable for beginners learning common nouns related to places and activities, based on CEFR standards.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

стадион: /staˈdʲon/

Note on стадион: The stress is on the second syllable ('dʲon'). Pay attention to the soft 'd' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers. Variations in regional accents may slightly alter vowel pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

A large structure or venue for sports events, concerts, or public gatherings.

Translation(s) & Context:

• стадион - Used in formal and informal contexts to refer to a sports stadium, often in sports commentary, travel descriptions, or news reports.

Usage Examples:

• Мы пошли на стадион посмотреть финал чемпионата.

  We went to the stadium to watch the championship final.

• Стадион был полон болельщиков во время матча.

  The stadium was full of fans during the match.

• В городе построили новый стадион для олимпийских игр.

  They built a new stadium in the city for the Olympic games.

• Концерт на стадионе собрал тысячи зрителей.

  The concert at the stadium attracted thousands of spectators.

• Стадион использовался не только для футбола, но и для атлетики.

  The stadium was used not only for football but also for athletics.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Стадион" is a masculine noun of the second declension in Russian. It follows regular noun inflection patterns for cases and numbers. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it straightforward for learners. Always adjust for gender agreement in sentences (e.g., adjectives must agree with the masculine form).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • арена (arena) - Often used interchangeably for larger venues, but implies a more enclosed space; suitable for events like circuses or fights.
  • спортивный комплекс (sports complex) - Broader term for facilities including stadiums; used in formal or administrative contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as "стадион" is a specific type of venue. However, a contrasting concept might be "дом" (home), implying a domestic space versus a public one.

Related Phrases:

• Футбольный стадион - A football stadium; used in sports discussions to specify the type of venue.
• Олимпийский стадион - Olympic stadium; refers to venues for major international events, often with cultural prestige.
• Заполнить стадион - To fill the stadium; an idiomatic expression meaning to attract a large crowd to an event.

Usage Notes:

"Стадион" directly corresponds to the English "stadium" as a neutral, everyday term for sports venues. It is versatile across formal and informal settings but is most common in contexts like sports reporting or tourism. When using it, ensure proper case agreement based on its role in the sentence (e.g., in genitive for possession: "вход на стадион" means "entrance to the stadium"). If multiple translations exist, choose "стадион" for general purposes; opt for "арена" if the venue is more enclosed. Beginners should note that Russian nouns require attention to gender and case for grammatical accuracy.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the wrong case, e.g., saying "я иду в стадион" instead of "я иду на стадион" (I am going to the stadium).

  Correct: "Я иду на стадион." Explanation: In Russian, locations like stadiums often require the preposition "на" with the accusative case for direction, not "в" which implies being inside a building.

• Error: Forgetting plural forms in descriptions, e.g., saying "стадион в городе" when referring to multiple, which should be "стадионы в городе."

  Correct: "Стадионы в городе." Explanation: English speakers might overlook the need for plural inflection, leading to confusion in quantity descriptions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, stadiums like the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow hold significant historical importance, often linked to national pride in sports such as football and athletics. They symbolize community gatherings and major events like the Olympics or World Cup, reflecting Russia's emphasis on collective experiences and athletic achievements. This cultural connotation can add emotional weight to the word in conversations about national identity.

Related Concepts:

• спорт (sport)
• команда (team)
• болельщики (fans)
• чемпионат (championship)