Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'thrill'

English Word: thrill

Key Russian Translations:

• возбуждение [vɐzˈbuʐdʲɪnʲe] - [Noun, Informal, Used in emotional or exciting contexts]
• азарт [ɐˈzart] - [Noun, Informal, Often implies thrill in adventurous or gambling scenarios]
• возбуждать [vɐzˈbuʐdʲatʲ] - [Verb, Formal, Used when describing the action of causing excitement]

Frequency: Medium (Common in literature, films, and everyday conversations about emotions, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, per CEFR; Requires understanding of noun and verb inflections; For 'возбуждение', it's straightforward for intermediates, but 'возбуждать' may vary in difficulty based on tense usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

возбуждение: [vɐzˈbuʐdʲɪnʲe]

Note on возбуждение: The stress falls on the third syllable ("buʐdʲ"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft consonants; practice with native audio for accurate rolling of 'r'.

азарт: [ɐˈzart]

Note on азарт: This word has a clear stress on the second syllable; it's a loanword from French via German, so pronunciation is relatively phonetic.

возбуждать: [vɐzˈbuʐdʲatʲ]

Note on возбуждать: The infinitive form ends with a soft 'tʲ', which softens in conjugation; pay attention to vowel reductions in spoken Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Noun: A sudden feeling of excitement, pleasure, or stimulation.

Translation(s) & Context:

• возбуждение - Used in contexts involving emotional highs, such as adventure or suspense (e.g., in thrill-seeking activities).
• азарт - Applied in more playful or risky scenarios, like gambling or sports, to convey the thrill of the moment.

Usage Examples:

• Его охватило возбуждение от вида горных вершин.

  He was overcome with thrill at the sight of the mountain peaks.

• Азарт погони заставил его бежать быстрее.

  The thrill of the chase made him run faster.

• Этот фильм полон возбуждения и неожиданных поворотов.

  This movie is full of thrill and unexpected twists.

• Азарт игры в карты привлек множество игроков.

  The thrill of card games attracted many players.

• Возбуждение от музыки заставило толпу танцевать всю ночь.

  The thrill from the music made the crowd dance all night.

Verb: To cause a sudden feeling of excitement or pleasure.

Translation(s) & Context:

• возбуждать - Used in formal or descriptive contexts, such as in literature or psychology, to indicate stimulating emotions.

Usage Examples:

• Эта книга возбуждает воображение читателя.

  This book thrills the reader's imagination.

• Скорость езды возбуждает адреналин в крови.

  The speed of driving thrills the adrenaline in the blood.

• Игра на сцене возбуждает публику.

  Performing on stage thrills the audience.

• Новые открытия возбуждают интерес ученых.

  New discoveries thrill the scientists' interest.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'возбуждение' (noun, neuter): It follows standard third-declension patterns for neuter nouns. It is inflected based on case and number.

For 'азарт' (noun, masculine): It is invariable in most forms but follows basic masculine patterns.

For 'возбуждать' (verb, imperfective): It is a first-conjugation verb with regular patterns. Conjugates based on tense, person, and number.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • волнение (similar to возбуждение, but more general emotional state; often used in formal contexts)
  • энтузиазм (enthusiasm, conveys a positive thrill in motivational scenarios)
• Antonyms:
  • скука (boredom, the opposite of thrilling excitement)
  • апатия (apathy, indicating a lack of emotional stimulation)

Related Phrases:

• Азарт охоты - The thrill of the hunt (refers to excitement in pursuit or adventure).
• Возбуждение от победы - The thrill of victory (used in competitive contexts like sports).
• Получить дозу адреналина - To get a thrill (idiomatic for seeking excitement, literal: to get a dose of adrenaline).

Usage Notes:

'Thrill' corresponds closely to 'возбуждение' in emotional contexts but may not always capture the playful nuance of 'азарт'. Use 'возбуждать' for active forms, as it's more formal and precise in Russian than casual English equivalents. Be mindful of context: in Russian, these words can have psychological connotations (e.g., 'возбуждение' might imply arousal), so choose based on audience. For beginners, start with simple sentences to avoid overcomplicating inflections.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'возбуждение' interchangeably with 'возбуждать' without considering part of speech. Correct: 'возбуждение' is a noun, so don't use it as a verb (e.g., avoid saying 'Я возбуждение' instead of 'Я возбуждаю').

• Error: Misplacing stress in pronunciation, like stressing the wrong syllable in 'возбуждение'. Correct: Practice with audio to ensure [vɐzˈbuʐdʲɪnʲe], as incorrect stress can alter meaning.

• Error: Overusing 'азарт' in non-gambling contexts. Correct: Reserve it for thrilling, risk-related scenarios to maintain authenticity.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'азарт' is often linked to historical contexts like gambling in 19th-century literature (e.g., Dostoevsky's works), symbolizing the thrill of risk and passion. It reflects a cultural appreciation for intense emotions in art and daily life, contrasting with more reserved expressions in English-speaking cultures.

Related Concepts:

• адреналин (adrenaline)
• эмоции (emotions)
• приключения (adventures)