Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sunday'

English Word: sunday

Key Russian Translations:

• воскресенье [vɐskrʲɪˈsʲenʲjə] - [Formal, used for the day of the week; Informal in everyday speech]

Frequency: High (Commonly used in daily conversations, calendars, and schedules)

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner level, as it is a basic vocabulary item for time and days)

Pronunciation (Russian):

воскресенье: [vɐskrʲɪˈsʲenʲjə]

Note on воскресенье: The stress falls on the third syllable ("sʲenʲ"), which can be tricky for beginners; the "rʲ" sound is a palatalized r, common in Russian. Variations in regional accents may slightly alter vowel lengths.

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Meanings and Usage:

The seventh day of the week, often associated with rest or religious observance

Translation(s) & Context:

• воскресенье - Used in general contexts for referring to Sunday in calendars, schedules, or casual conversations (e.g., in formal writing or when discussing weekly plans).

Usage Examples:

• Сегодня воскресенье, и все магазины закрыты.

  Today is Sunday, and all the stores are closed.

• В воскресенье мы всегда ходим в церковь.

  On Sunday, we always go to church.

• Мой день рождения выпадает на воскресенье в этом году.

  My birthday falls on Sunday this year.

• В следующее воскресенье состоится большой фестиваль.

  A big festival is happening next Sunday.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

воскресенье is a neuter noun in Russian, and it follows the standard patterns for third-declension nouns. It has regular inflections for cases and numbers, but as a day of the week, it is often used in its base form. Below is a table of its declensions:

Note: The plural forms are rarely used for days of the week, as they typically refer to singular instances. This noun does not have irregular changes.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: воскресный день (more descriptive, emphasizing the day itself; used in formal or poetic contexts)
• Antonyms: понедельник (Monday), вторник (Tuesday), etc. (These represent other days of the week, providing contrast in time sequences)

Related Phrases:

• воскресный вечер - Sunday evening (Refers to the time just before the workweek starts, often associated with relaxation)
• воскресный обед - Sunday dinner (A traditional family meal, especially in cultural or religious contexts)
• следующее воскресенье - Next Sunday (Used for future planning)

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "воскресенье" directly corresponds to the English "Sunday" as the seventh day of the week. It is neutral in tone but can carry religious connotations due to its etymology from "воскресение" (resurrection). Use it in formal contexts like schedules or informal chats. When discussing weekly routines, pair it with prepositions like "в" (in) for time expressions, e.g., "в воскресенье". If multiple translations exist, "воскресенье" is the standard choice over less common variants.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the wrong case, e.g., saying "Я иду в воскресенье" instead of correctly inflecting in other contexts. Correct: In prepositional phrases, it should be "в воскресенье". Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so learners must adjust for grammar.
• Error: Confusing it with "суббота" (Saturday). Correct: "воскресенье" is specifically Sunday. Explanation: This mix-up often happens due to similar sounds or calendar confusion; always double-check the day sequence.

Cultural Notes:

The word "воскресенье" derives from "воскресение Христово" (the Resurrection of Christ), reflecting its historical ties to Orthodox Christianity in Russian culture. In Russia, Sundays are often dedicated to family gatherings, church services, or rest, especially in rural areas, emphasizing a slower pace compared to the work-focused weekdays.

Related Concepts:

• понедельник
• пятница
• выходной