Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'triumphant'

English Word: triumphant

Key Russian Translations:

• триумфальный [trʲɪʊmˈfɑlʲnɨj] - [Formal, used in contexts of victory or celebration]
• победный [pɐˈbʲednɨj] - [Informal, often in everyday or sports-related language]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in literary, historical, or celebratory contexts, but not in daily casual conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding adjective declensions and formal vocabulary; for 'победный', it may be slightly easier at A2)

Pronunciation (Russian):

триумфальный: [trʲɪʊmˈfɑlʲnɨj]

победный: [pɐˈbʲednɨj]

Note on триумфальный: The stress falls on the third syllable; be cautious with the palatalized 'л' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Victorious or successful, often implying a sense of triumph or achievement.

Translation(s) & Context:

• триумфальный - Used in formal or historical contexts, such as describing a parade or event marking success.
• победный - Applied in more everyday scenarios, like sports or personal victories, with a less grandiose tone.

Usage Examples:

• В триумфальном шествии армия вернулась в город после победы.

  In the triumphant procession, the army returned to the city after the victory.

• Его победный взгляд говорил о долгожданном успехе.

  His triumphant gaze spoke of the long-awaited success.

• Триумфальный момент на Олимпиаде запомнился всем зрителям.

  The triumphant moment at the Olympics was remembered by all viewers.

• После экзамена она почувствовала себя в победном настроении.

  After the exam, she felt in a triumphant mood.

• В триумфальном финале фильма главный герой поднимает трофей.

  In the triumphant finale of the film, the main hero lifts the trophy.

Meaning 2: Expressing joy or exultation after overcoming challenges.

Translation(s) & Context:

• триумфальный - Often in metaphorical or emotional contexts, emphasizing grandeur.
• победный - More straightforward, in personal or motivational settings.

Usage Examples:

• Его триумфальный смех эхом разнесся по залу после объявления результатов.

  His triumphant laughter echoed through the hall after the results were announced.

• Победный крик команды разбудил весь стадион.

  The triumphant cry of the team woke up the entire stadium.

• В триумфальном порыве она обняла друзей.

  In a triumphant surge, she hugged her friends.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'триумфальный' and 'победный' are adjectives, which in Russian decline based on gender, number, and case. They follow the standard first-declension pattern for adjectives, with no irregularities. Here's a breakdown in a table:

For 'победный', the forms are similar and unchanging in pattern. These adjectives do not have irregular inflections, making them straightforward once basic adjective rules are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • победный (similar to 'тriumphant' but more neutral; used in everyday contexts)
  • славный (implies glorious or praiseworthy, with a positive connotation)
• Antonyms:
  • пораженный (defeated, contrasting with the victory aspect)
  • неудачный (unsuccessful, highlighting failure)

Related Phrases:

• триумфальный марш - A triumphal march, often referring to a ceremonial parade (used in historical or military contexts).
• победный клич - A triumphant cry, expressing joy in victory (common in sports or emotional moments).
• триумфальный успех - Triumphal success, emphasizing overwhelming achievement (formal business or academic settings).

Usage Notes:

'Триумфальный' is a direct cognate of the English 'triumphal' and is best used for grand, formal occasions, while 'победный' aligns more with everyday 'triumphant' in a victorious sense. Choose 'триумфальный' for historical or ceremonial contexts to match the English word's nuance, but opt for 'победный' in informal speech to avoid sounding overly dramatic. Grammatically, always decline these adjectives according to the noun they modify, and be mindful of gender agreements in sentences.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'триумфальный' in casual contexts where 'победный' is more appropriate, e.g., saying "победный день" instead of "триумфальный день" for a simple personal win. Correct: 'Победный' fits better as it sounds less formal. Explanation: This can make speech sound exaggerated or out of place.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the adjective, e.g., saying "в триумфальный городе" instead of "в триумфальном городе". Correct: "в триумфальном городе". Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in case, number, and gender with their nouns, which English speakers often overlook.

Cultural Notes:

'Триумфальный' often evokes images of Russian historical events, such as the triumphal arches in Moscow built to commemorate military victories. In Russian culture, triumph is frequently linked to national pride and endurance, as seen in literature like Tolstoy's works, where it symbolizes not just personal success but collective resilience against adversity.

Related Concepts:

• победа (victory)
• успех (success)
• славный (glorious)