Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'thirtieth'

English Word: thirtieth

Key Russian Translations:

• тридцатый /ˈtrʲidʲt͡sətɨj/ - [Ordinal adjective, used for masculine singular nouns]

Frequency: Medium (Ordinal numbers like this are commonly used in everyday contexts such as dates, rankings, and sequences, but not as frequent as cardinal numbers).

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner; basic ordinal numbers are introduced early in Russian language learning, though full declension may require A2-B1 practice).

Pronunciation (Russian):

тридцатый: /ˈtrʲidʲt͡sətɨj/

Note on тридцатый: The stress is on the first syllable. The "р" is rolled, and the "ц" is a voiceless alveolar affricate, which can be challenging for English speakers. Variations may occur in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Ordinal number indicating the thirtieth in a sequence (e.g., position, order, or rank)

Translation(s) & Context:

• тридцатый - Used in formal and informal contexts to denote the 30th item, such as in lists, dates, or rankings (e.g., "the thirtieth day of the month").

Usage Examples:

• Это был тридцатый день нашего путешествия. (This was the thirtieth day of our trip.)

  Translation: This was the thirtieth day of our trip. (Context: Describing a sequence in a narrative.)

• Тридцатый ученик в списке получил награду. (The thirtieth student on the list received an award.)

  Translation: The thirtieth student on the list received an award. (Context: Referring to a position in a ranked list.)

• В этом году тридцатый фестиваль будет грандиозным. (This year, the thirtieth festival will be grand.)

  Translation: This year, the thirtieth festival will be grand. (Context: Marking an anniversary or milestone event.)

• Она заняла тридцатое место в соревновании. (She took the thirtieth place in the competition.)

  Translation: She took the thirtieth place in the competition. (Context: Sports or competitive rankings.)

• Тридцатый этаж здания был закрыт для посетителей. (The thirtieth floor of the building was closed to visitors.)

  Translation: The thirtieth floor of the building was closed to visitors. (Context: Describing levels in a structure.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Тридцатый" is an ordinal adjective derived from the cardinal number "тридцать" (thirty). It follows the standard adjectival declension in Russian, which means it changes based on gender, number, and case. Unlike some irregular ordinals, this one is regular but must agree with the noun it modifies.

Note: This form is invariant in terms of its root but changes endings to match the noun's gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • тридцатый (no direct synonyms, but related: тридцатикратный for "thirtieth multiple" in specific contexts)
  • Note: Synonyms are limited for ordinals; "тридцатый" is standard, but in poetic or archaic use, equivalents might vary slightly.
• Antonyms:
  • первый (first)
  • второй (second)

Related Phrases:

• Тридцатый век (The thirtieth century) - Refers to a historical period, often in academic or historical contexts.
• Тридцатый номер (Thirtieth number or issue) - Common in publishing or lists, e.g., magazine issues.
• На тридцатом году жизни (In the thirtieth year of life) - Used in biographical or milestone discussions.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "thirtieth" translates directly to "тридцатый" and must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it describes, unlike in English where it's invariable. For example, use "тридцатая" for feminine nouns. It's neutral in formality but common in both everyday and formal writing. When choosing among translations, stick to "тридцатый" for standard ordinal use; avoid confusion with cardinal "тридцать" by context.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the cardinal form "тридцать" instead of the ordinal "тридцатый" (e.g., saying "тридцать день" for "thirtieth day").

Correct: "тридцатый день". Explanation: Ordinal adjectives require the specific ending; this mistake often stems from direct translation without considering Russian grammar.

• Error: Failing to decline the adjective (e.g., using "тридцатый" with a feminine noun like "книга").

Correct: "тридцатая книга". Explanation: Always match the adjective's form to the noun's gender and case to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, ordinal numbers like "тридцатый" are often used in celebrations of anniversaries or milestones, such as the "тридцатый юбилей" (thirtieth anniversary). This reflects a cultural emphasis on commemorating significant dates, which can be seen in events like the "День рождения" (birthday) where reaching the 30th year might be marked with special traditions.

Related Concepts:

• тридцать (thirty - cardinal number)
• сороковой (fortieth)
• двадцатый (twentieth)