Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'syncopate'

English Word: syncopate

Key Russian Translations:

• синкопировать [sʲɪnkəpʲɪrəvɐtʲ] - [Formal, Used in musical contexts]
• синкопация [sʲɪnkəpʲaˈtsɨjə] - [Formal, Refers to the noun form of syncopation]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in specialized music or artistic discussions, not everyday conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) - Requires familiarity with musical terminology; for "синкопировать", it's B2, while "синкопация" might be B1 if basic noun forms are known.

Pronunciation (Russian):

синкопировать: [sʲɪnkəpʲɪrəvɐtʲ]

синкопация: [sʲɪnkəpʲaˈtsɨjə]

Note on синкопировать: The stress falls on the third syllable (-пи-), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized consonants; pronounce the 'с' as soft [sʲ].

Note on синкопация: Similar soft consonants; ensure the ending '-ция' is pronounced with a soft [ts] sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

To interrupt or alter the regular rhythm in music

Translation(s) & Context:

• синкопировать - Used in formal musical analysis or composition, describing the technique of displacing beats.
• синкопация - Refers to the act or result of syncopation, often in theoretical discussions of rhythm.

Usage Examples:

• В этой джазовой пьесе пианист синкопирует ритм, чтобы создать напряжение.

  In this jazz piece, the pianist syncopates the rhythm to create tension.

• Композитор часто использует синкопацию для подчеркивания эмоциональных моментов в музыке.

  The composer often uses syncopation to emphasize emotional moments in music.

• Чтобы освоить синкопировать, студентам нужно практиковать с метрономом.

  To master syncopating, students need to practice with a metronome.

• Синкопация в фольклорной музыке России добавляет уникальный колорит традиционным мелодиям.

  Syncopation in Russian folk music adds a unique flavor to traditional melodies.

• Музыканты синкопируют басовую линию, чтобы сделать трек более динамичным.

  Musicians syncopate the bass line to make the track more dynamic.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"синкопировать" is a verb (from the first conjugation group) and follows regular patterns with some irregularities in perfective aspects. "синкопация" is a feminine noun of the first declension.

For "синкопировать" (infinitive):

For "синкопация" (feminine noun):

Both words are relatively regular, but "синкопировать" has a perfective counterpart ("синкопировать" can be used imperfectively; no direct perfective listed here as it's context-dependent).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: нарушать ритм (to disrupt rhythm) - Often used interchangeably in casual music talk; прерывать такт (to interrupt beat) - More general, with a slight emphasis on suddenness.
• Antonyms: соблюдать ритм (to maintain rhythm) - Implies strict adherence; ритмизировать (to rhythmize) - Focuses on establishing a steady pattern.

Related Phrases:

• синкопированный ритм - A syncopated rhythm; commonly used in music theory to describe altered patterns.
• синкопация в джазе - Syncopation in jazz; refers to its frequent use in improvisational styles.
• применять синкопацию - To apply syncopation; used in educational contexts for technique instruction.

Usage Notes:

"Синкопировать" directly corresponds to the verb "syncopate" in English, ideal for musical contexts, but it's more formal and less common in everyday Russian speech. Use it in written analyses or professional discussions. For "синкопация", it's the noun form, equivalent to "syncopation." Be mindful of grammatical gender and case agreements in sentences. When choosing between translations, opt for "синкопировать" for actions and "синкопация" for concepts. In informal settings, Russians might simplify to "нарушение ритма" to avoid technicality.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "синкопировать" with "синкопировать неправильно" (incorrectly syncopating), leading to errors like saying "я синкопировал ритм" when they mean a specific technique. Correct usage: Ensure the verb agrees with the subject, e.g., "я синкопирую" for present tense. Error example: "Синкопировать ритм плохо" (incorrect, as it should be "Синкопировать ритм неправильно" for emphasis). Explanation: This stems from over-literal translation; focus on context for proper verb conjugation.
• Another mistake is misdeclining "синкопация" in sentences, e.g., using nominative in genitive contexts like "ритм синкопация" instead of "ритм с синкопацией." Correct: "Ритм с синкопацией" (Rhythm with syncopation). Explanation: Russian nouns require case agreement, which English speakers might overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, syncopation is prominent in genres like jazz and folk music, influenced by historical exchanges with Western traditions. For instance, Soviet-era composers like Dmitri Shostakovich used syncopation to evoke tension and emotion, reflecting themes of resilience amid historical turmoil. This adds a layer of expressiveness, making it a tool for cultural storytelling in music.

Related Concepts:

• ритм (rhythm)
• мелодия (melody)
• акцент (accent or emphasis)
• импровизация (improvisation)