Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'superorganism'

English Word: superorganism

Key Russian Translations:

• суперорганизм [suˈpɛr.ɐr.ɡɐ.nizm] - [Formal, Scientific]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in academic, biological, and scientific contexts; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: Advanced (C1-C2; Requires familiarity with biological terminology and Russian nominal inflections)

Pronunciation (Russian):

суперорганизм: [suˈpɛr.ɐr.ɡɐ.nizm]

Note on суперорганизм: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ɐr"), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to Russian's variable stress patterns. Pronounce it with a soft "r" sound, as in many Slavic languages.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A collection of organisms that function as a single, integrated entity, such as an ant colony or bee hive, in biological contexts.

Translation(s) & Context:

• суперорганизм - Used in formal scientific discussions, such as evolutionary biology or ecology; often in academic writing or lectures.

Usage Examples:

• В природе муравьиная колония часто действует как суперорганизм.

  In nature, an ant colony often functions as a superorganism.

• Учёные изучают, как пчелиные ульи эволюционировали в суперорганизмы.

  Scientists study how beehives have evolved into superorganisms.

• Суперорганизм, такой как стая рыб, демонстрирует коллективное поведение для выживания.

  A superorganism, such as a school of fish, demonstrates collective behavior for survival.

• В биологии термин суперорганизм применяется к системам, где индивидуумы жертвуют собой ради группы.

  In biology, the term superorganism is applied to systems where individuals sacrifice themselves for the group.

• Современные исследования показывают, что человеческие общества могут быть рассмотрены как формы суперорганизмов.

  Modern research shows that human societies can be considered forms of superorganisms.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Суперорганизм is a masculine noun (мужской род) in Russian, derived from borrowed English/Greek roots. It follows the standard patterns of third-declension nouns but may exhibit irregularities due to its compound structure. Below is a table outlining its primary inflections:

Note: This noun is invariant in terms of gender across contexts but changes in number and case as shown. It does not have verbal forms, as it is not a verb.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • коллективный организм (kollektivnyy organizm) - Emphasizes the collective aspect, often used interchangeably in ecological discussions.
  • сверхорганизм (sverkhorganizm) - A variant that highlights the "super" prefix, with subtle differences in formality.
• Antonyms:
  • индивидуальный организм (individualnyy organizm) - Refers to a single, independent organism, contrasting the integrated nature.

Related Phrases:

• Суперорганизм в природе (Superorganism in nature) - A phrase used to describe natural examples; refers to collective systems in ecosystems.
• Эволюция суперорганизмов (Evolution of superorganisms) - Common in scientific texts; discusses the development of such entities over time.
• Коллективное поведение суперорганизма (Collective behavior of a superorganism) - Highlights group dynamics; often in behavioral biology contexts.

Usage Notes:

This term corresponds closely to the English "superorganism" in biological and scientific contexts, but it is more formal in Russian and rarely used outside academia. When choosing translations, opt for "суперорганизм" in written reports or lectures, as it maintains precision. Be mindful of case inflections, as Russian requires agreement with other sentence elements (e.g., use genitive for possession). It's typically neutral in tone but can carry connotations of complexity in evolutionary theory.

• Avoid direct word-for-word translation in casual speech; instead, explain concepts using simpler terms like "коллектив" (collective).
• In scientific writing, pair it with English loanwords for clarity in international contexts.

Common Errors:

English learners often misuse case endings, such as using the nominative "суперорганизм" in places where the genitive "суперорганизма" is needed (e.g., "изучение суперорганизм" instead of "изучение суперорганизма" for "study of superorganism"). Correct usage: Incorrect: "Я изучаю суперорганизм" (in contexts requiring possession); Correct: "Я изучаю суперорганизма эволюцию" (I am studying the evolution of the superorganism). Another error is confusing it with "организм" alone, which means a simple organism—always specify the context to avoid ambiguity.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian scientific literature, "суперорганизм" reflects influences from Western biology, particularly from thinkers like Darwin and modern ecologists. It embodies concepts of collectivism, which resonate with historical Russian philosophical traditions emphasizing community over individualism, as seen in works by biologists like Vladimir Vernadsky.

Related Concepts:

• экосистема (ekosistema)
• коллективное сознание (kollektivnoye soznaniye)
• биологическая адаптация (biologicheskaya adaptatsiya)