Russian Translation(s) & Details for '{{synoptic}}'

English Word: {{synoptic}}

Key Russian Translations:

• синоптический (/sʲɪnɐpˈtʲitɕɪskʲɪj/) - [Formal, Technical]
• обзорный (/ɐbˈzofnɨj/) - [Informal, General use]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in scientific, meteorological, and academic contexts, but not in everyday conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjective declensions and technical vocabulary).

Pronunciation (Russian):

синоптический: /sʲɪnɐpˈtʲitɕɪskʲɪj/ (The stress is on the third syllable; the 'т' is palatalized, which can be challenging for English speakers.)

обзорный: /ɐbˈzofnɨj/ (Stress on the second syllable; note the soft 'з' sound.)

Note on синоптический: This word has a soft 'т' due to the following 'и', which affects pronunciation; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to a synopsis or summary (e.g., a concise overview).

Translation(s) & Context:

• обзорный - Used in general contexts for overviews or summaries in literature or reports.
• синоптический - More technical, often in academic or professional settings for structured summaries.

Usage Examples:

• Этот обзорный отчёт охватывает основные события года.

  This synoptic report covers the main events of the year.

• Синоптический анализ данных помогает выявить ключевые тенденции.

  A synoptic analysis of the data helps identify key trends.

• В книге представлен обзорный взгляд на историю России.

  The book provides a synoptic view of Russian history.

• Обзорный раздел статьи делает её доступной для новичков.

  The synoptic section of the article makes it accessible for beginners.

Meaning 2: Relating to synoptic meteorology (e.g., weather forecasting based on broad patterns).

Translation(s) & Context:

• синоптический - Primarily used in meteorological contexts, such as weather maps or forecasts.

Usage Examples:

• Синоптический прогноз предсказывает шторм на завтра.

  The synoptic forecast predicts a storm for tomorrow.

• В синоптическом отчёте указано давление и ветер.

  The synoptic report indicates pressure and wind.

• Синоптический метод используется для анализа глобальных погодных систем.

  The synoptic method is used for analyzing global weather systems.

• Эта карта показывает синоптический обзор атмосферы.

  This map shows a synoptic overview of the atmosphere.

• Синоптический подход в метеорологии учитывает большие области.

  The synoptic approach in meteorology considers large areas.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both translations are adjectives, which inflect based on gender, number, and case in Russian. They follow the standard first-declension adjective patterns, which are regular but require attention to endings.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular forms, but always agree with the noun they modify in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • обзорный (similar to the first translation, but more general)
  • краткий (brief, concise; often used in non-technical contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • детальный (detailed; implies in-depth rather than summary)
  • полный (complete; contrasts with synoptic's brevity)

Related Phrases:

• Синоптический отчёт - A synoptic report; used in professional contexts for weather or data summaries.
• Обзорный анализ - Synoptic analysis; refers to a broad overview in research or business.
• Синоптическая карта - Synoptic map; common in meteorology for weather patterns, with cultural ties to Russian forecasting traditions.

Usage Notes:

• The English word "synoptic" corresponds most closely to "синоптический" in technical fields like meteorology, while "обзорный" is better for everyday summaries. Always consider the context: use formal terms in academic writing.
• Grammar note: Russian adjectives must agree with nouns, so learners should practice declensions to avoid errors.
• When choosing between translations, opt for "синоптический" if the context is scientific; it's more precise but less common in casual speech.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "синоптический" without proper declension, e.g., saying "синоптический отчёта" instead of "синоптического отчёта".
  Correct: Ensure agreement, as in "синоптического отчёта". Explanation: Russian requires adjectives to match the noun's case, which English speakers often overlook.
• Error: Confusing with "синопсис" (synopsis), leading to misuse in sentences.
  Correct: Use "синоптический" for adjectival forms only. Explanation: "Синопсис" is a noun, so don't mix it with adjective forms like "синоптический".

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "синоптический" is often associated with Soviet-era meteorology and weather forecasting, which played a significant role in agriculture and daily life. This reflects Russia's historical emphasis on scientific planning, making the term not just technical but also evocative of national resilience in harsh climates.

Related Concepts:

• метеорология (meteorology)
• прогноз (forecast)
• анализ (analysis)