Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'tourist'

English Word: tourist

Key Russian Translations:

• турист [tuˈrʲist] - [Informal, Masculine, Singular]
• туристка [tuˈrʲistkə] - [Informal, Feminine, Singular]

Frequency: High (Commonly used in everyday contexts, especially in travel-related discussions)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires basic understanding of Russian nouns and gender agreement)

Pronunciation (Russian):

турист: [tuˈrʲist]

туристка: [tuˈrʲistkə]

Note on турист: The 'р' is rolled, and the stress is on the second syllable, which can be challenging for English speakers. Variations may occur in regional accents.

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Meanings and Usage:

A person who travels for pleasure, sightseeing, or leisure purposes.

Translation(s) & Context:

• турист - Used in general contexts for male individuals traveling, often in informal or neutral settings like travel guides or conversations.
• туристка - Used specifically for female individuals traveling, highlighting gender agreement in Russian nouns.

Usage Examples:

• Этот турист приехал из Европы, чтобы увидеть Кремль. (Etot turist priehal iz Evropy, chtoby uvidet Kreml'.)

  This tourist came from Europe to see the Kremlin.

• Моя подруга - туристка, она любит исследовать новые города. (Moya podruga - turistka, ona lyubit issledovat' novyye goroda.)

  My friend is a tourist; she loves exploring new cities.

• В Москве много туристов летом, они фотографируют знаменитые места. (V Moskve mnogo turistov letom, oni fotografiruyut znamenityye mesta.)

  There are many tourists in Moscow in the summer; they photograph famous sites.

• Туристка потеряла свой паспорт в аэропорту. (Turistka poteryala svoy pasport v aeroportu.)

  The tourist lost her passport at the airport.

• Группа туристов отправилась в поход по Уралу. (Gruppa turistov otpravilas' v pokhod po Uralu.)

  The group of tourists went on a hike in the Urals.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "турист" (masculine) and "туристка" (feminine) are nouns of the second declension. They follow regular patterns for Russian nouns, with changes based on case, number, and gender. Below is a table for "турист" (singular and plural forms). "Туристка" follows a similar pattern but with feminine endings.

For "туристка", the plural is "туристки", and it declines similarly: e.g., Genitive singular: туристки. These words do not have irregular forms, making them straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • путешественник (puteshéstvennik) - More general term for a traveler; often implies longer journeys.
  • экскурсант (ekskursant) - Specifically for someone on a guided tour.
• Antonyms:
  • местный (mestnyy) - Refers to a local resident, contrasting with visitors.
  • житель (zhitel') - Inhabitant or resident of a place.

Related Phrases:

• туристический маршрут (turisticheskiy marshrut) - A tourist route; commonly used in travel planning.
• туризм в России (turizm v Rossii) - Tourism in Russia; refers to the industry or activity.
• международный турист (mezhdunarodnyy turist) - International tourist; used in global travel contexts.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, always consider gender agreement when using "турист" or "туристка". For example, if referring to a mixed group, "туристы" (plural masculine) is often used as a default. The English word "tourist" directly corresponds to these, but Russian requires attention to case in sentences, such as in prepositional phrases (e.g., "о туристе" for "about the tourist"). It's versatile across formal and informal settings, but in official contexts like visas, "турист" is standard. When choosing between translations, opt for "туристка" only if the gender is specified.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using "турист" for a female subject without adjustment. Incorrect: "Она - турист." (Ona - turist.) Correct: "Она - туристка." (Ona - turistka.) Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in gender, so failing to use the feminine form can lead to grammatical errors and confusion in communication.

• Mistake: Incorrect declension in sentences. Incorrect: "Я видел турист." (Ya videl turist.) Correct: "Я видел туриста." (Ya videl turista.) Explanation: In accusative case, the ending changes to "-a" for masculine nouns like this, which English learners often overlook due to English's lack of cases.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, the concept of a "tourist" often evokes images of visiting iconic sites like the Red Square or the Hermitage Museum. Historically, tourism boomed post-Soviet era, but it carries connotations of economic importance, as Russia promotes tourism to showcase its cultural heritage. Be aware that in some rural areas, tourists might be viewed with curiosity or as outsiders, reflecting Russia's vast and diverse cultural landscape.

Related Concepts:

• путешествие (puteshestviye)
• отпуск (otpusk)
• экскурсия (ekskursiya)