Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'ultrasound'

English Word: ultrasound

Key Russian Translations:

• ультразвук [ʊlʲtrɐzˈvuk] - [Formal, Technical]
• ультразвуковое исследование [ʊlʲtrɐzvuˈkovəjə ɪssledəvanʲje] - [Formal, Medical Context, Used in healthcare settings]

Frequency: Medium (Common in scientific and medical fields, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves technical terminology; for 'ультразвук', it's straightforward for learners with basic vocabulary, but 'ультразвуковое исследование' may require more advanced understanding of compound words)

Pronunciation (Russian):

ультразвук: [ʊlʲtrɐzˈvuk]

ультразвуковое исследование: [ʊlʲtrɐzvuˈkovəjə ɪssledəvanʲje]

Note on ультразвук: The stress falls on the third syllable ('zvuk'), which is a common point of difficulty for English speakers due to the palatalized 'l' sound. Pronunciation can vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A technique using high-frequency sound waves for medical imaging or diagnostic purposes.

Translation(s) & Context:

• ультразвук - Used in general scientific contexts to refer to the sound waves themselves, often in physics or engineering.
• ультразвуковое исследование - Applied specifically in medical scenarios, such as prenatal checks, to denote the scanning procedure.

Usage Examples:

• Врачи используют ультразвук для осмотра внутренних органов.

  Doctors use ultrasound to examine internal organs.

• Ультразвуковое исследование плода проводится на ранних сроках беременности.

  Ultrasound examination of the fetus is conducted in the early stages of pregnancy.

• В физике ультразвук применяется для изучения свойств материалов.

  In physics, ultrasound is used to study the properties of materials.

• Пациент прошел ультразвуковое исследование, чтобы выявить проблемы с сердцем.

  The patient underwent an ultrasound scan to detect heart issues.

• Ультразвук может быть вредным, если не использовать его правильно.

  Ultrasound can be harmful if not used properly.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'Ультразвук' is a masculine noun in the second declension, which means it follows standard patterns for Russian nouns. It inflects based on case and number. 'Ультразвуковое исследование' is a neuter noun phrase and inflects as a compound word.

Note: 'Ультразвук' is often used in singular form and does not change much in everyday usage, making it relatively straightforward compared to more irregular nouns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • ультразвуковая волна (ultrasonic wave; more specific to the wave itself)
  • ультразвуковое сканирование (ultrasound scanning; interchangeable in medical contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • инфразвук (infrasound; refers to sound waves below the audible range)

Related Phrases:

• ультразвуковое обследование - A medical examination using ultrasound; often used in clinical settings for diagnostics.
• ультразвуковая диагностика - Ultrasound diagnostics; refers to the broader field of using ultrasound for identifying conditions.
• применение ультразвука в медицине - Application of ultrasound in medicine; a phrase for discussing its uses in healthcare.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'ультразвук' directly corresponds to the English 'ultrasound' as a general term for high-frequency sound waves, while 'ультразвуковое исследование' is more precise for medical procedures. English speakers should note that Russian often uses compound words or phrases for technical concepts, so context is key—use 'ультразвук' in scientific discussions and 'ультразвуковое исследование' in healthcare. It's formal and neutral, with no significant regional variations, but always pair it with appropriate case endings based on sentence structure. When choosing between translations, opt for 'ультразвуковое исследование' if the context involves human health to avoid ambiguity.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'ультразвук' interchangeably with 'ультразвуковое исследование' in medical contexts. Incorrect: "Я сделал ультразвук." (This implies just the waves, not the procedure.) Correct: "Я сделал ультразвуковое исследование." (This specifies the scan.) Explanation: English learners often overlook the need for specificity in Russian technical language, leading to confusion.
• Mistake: Mispronouncing the stress in 'ультразвук' by placing it on the wrong syllable. Incorrect Pronunciation: [ʊlʲtrɐˈzvuk] Correct: [ʊlʲtrɐzˈvuk] Explanation: This can make the word sound unnatural; practice with native audio to master the palatalization.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and medicine, ultrasound (ультразвуковое исследование) is a routine and non-invasive procedure, especially in obstetrics, symbolizing modern healthcare accessibility. It's often associated with positive outcomes like prenatal bonding, but historically, its adoption in the Soviet era highlighted advancements in public health, reflecting Russia's emphasis on scientific progress in everyday life.

Related Concepts:

• рентген (X-ray)
• МРТ (MRI)
• томография (tomography)