Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'thrice'

English Word: thrice

Key Russian Translations:

• трижды /ˈtrʲizdʲɪ/ - [Adverb, Formal, Used in literary or precise contexts]

Frequency: Low (This word is not commonly used in everyday spoken Russian; it's more prevalent in formal, written, or literary contexts.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; requires understanding of adverbs and basic counting expressions, but its infrequency makes it slightly challenging for learners.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

трижды: /ˈtrʲizdʲɪ/

Note on трижды: The stress falls on the first syllable (/ˈtrʲizdʲɪ/). Pay attention to the palatalized 'r' sound, which is a common feature in Russian phonetics. Pronunciation may vary slightly by dialect.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Three times (Referring to an action or event occurring exactly three instances.)

Translation(s) & Context:

• трижды - Used in formal, literary, or emphatic contexts to denote repetition exactly three times; often in writing or speeches rather than casual conversation.

Usage Examples:

• Он трижды пытался дозвониться до друга, но никто не отвечал.

  He thrice tried to call his friend, but no one answered. (This example shows the word in a narrative context, emphasizing repetition.)

• В пьесе герой трижды повторяет свою клятву верности.

  In the play, the hero thrice repeats his oath of loyalty. (Demonstrates use in literary or dramatic settings.)

• Она трижды проверила документы перед отправкой.

  She thrice checked the documents before sending them. (Illustrates everyday formal usage, though less common.)

• Команда трижды выиграла чемпионат за последние годы.

  The team has thrice won the championship in recent years. (Shows application in sports or historical contexts.)

• Доктор трижды напомнил пациенту о важности регулярных проверок.

  The doctor thrice reminded the patient of the importance of regular check-ups. (Highlights emphatic or advisory use.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Трижды is an adverb in Russian and does not undergo inflection for gender, number, case, or tense. It remains unchanged in all contexts, which is typical for many Russian adverbs derived from numerals. For example:

Note: As an adverb, it does not follow the complex inflection patterns seen in nouns or verbs, making it straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • три раза (tri raza) - More common in informal speech; literally means "three times."
  • втрое (vtroe) - Used when implying multiplication or increase, with a slight nuance of "threefold."
• Antonyms:
  • однажды (odnazhdy) - Once; used for a single occurrence.
  • никогда (nikogda) - Never; indicates absence of occurrence.

Related Phrases:

• трижды в день - Three times a day (Common in medical or routine contexts, e.g., taking medication regularly).
• трижды подумать - To think thrice (An idiomatic expression meaning to reconsider carefully before acting).
• трижды победить - To win thrice (Used in competitive or historical narratives to emphasize repeated success).

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "трижды" is a more formal or literary equivalent to the English "thrice," often appearing in written texts, poetry, or formal speeches. Unlike in English, where "thrice" is archaic and rarely used, "трижды" can still be encountered in modern Russian but is frequently replaced by "три раза" in everyday conversation for simplicity. When choosing between translations, opt for "трижды" in emphatic or precise contexts, such as historical accounts or instructions. Grammatically, it functions as an adverb and can modify verbs without additional agreement.

• Be aware of context: In informal settings, "три раза" is preferred to sound natural.
• It pairs well with verbs of action, e.g., "повторить трижды" (to repeat thrice).

Common Errors:

English learners often mistake "трижды" for simply "три" (three), leading to incomplete expressions like saying "три сделать" instead of "сделать трижды." Correct usage: Use "трижды" to specify repetition, as in "Он сделал это трижды" (He did it thrice). Another error is overusing it in casual speech; instead, say "три раза" to avoid sounding overly formal. For example:

• Incorrect: "Я три." (This is incomplete and doesn't convey repetition.)
• Correct: "Я трижды звонил." (I called thrice.) - Explanation: Adding "звонил" provides the full context of repetition.

Cultural Notes:

The word "трижды" doesn't carry strong cultural connotations in Russian, but the concept of repetition (e.g., three times) can evoke themes from Russian folklore or literature, such as in fairy tales where actions are repeated for emphasis or magic. For instance, in stories by Pushkin, events happening "трижды" symbolize completeness or inevitability, reflecting a broader Slavic cultural motif of the number three as significant.

Related Concepts:

• раз (raz) - Time (as in instances or occurrences)
• дважды (dvazhdy) - Twice
• много раз (mnogo raz) - Many times