Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'vet'

English Word: vet

Key Russian Translations:

• ветеринар [vʲɪtʲɪrʲɪˈnar] - [Formal, Used in professional contexts such as animal health]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday conversations about pets or agriculture, but not as frequent as basic nouns)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of basic noun declensions and vocabulary related to professions, per CEFR standards)

Pronunciation (Russian):

ветеринар: [vʲɪtʲɪrʲɪˈnar]

Note on ветеринар: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ri"), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the palatalized 't' sound. Variations may occur in dialects, but standard Russian uses this pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A person who treats sick or injured animals (veterinarian)

Translation(s) & Context:

• ветеринар - Used in formal or professional settings, such as veterinary clinics or animal care discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Я отвёл свою собаку к ветеринару, потому что у неё была инфекция.

  I took my dog to the vet because she had an infection.

• Ветеринар осмотрел лошадь и прописал лекарство.

  The vet examined the horse and prescribed medicine.

• Мой друг работает ветеринаром в зоопарке и помогает диким животным.

  My friend works as a vet in the zoo and helps wild animals.

• Если кошка больна, всегда звоните ветеринару немедленно.

  If the cat is sick, always call the vet immediately.

• Ветеринар использует современное оборудование для диагностики заболеваний у питомцев.

  The vet uses modern equipment to diagnose illnesses in pets.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

ветеринар is a masculine noun (second declension). It follows standard Russian noun inflection patterns for case, number, and gender. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it straightforward for learners, but pay attention to the soft sign (ь) in pronunciation.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • зоовет (more specific to animal medicine, often used in agricultural contexts)
  • ветврач (informal abbreviation, common in everyday speech)
• Antonyms:
  • непрофессионал (non-professional, implying lack of expertise)

Related Phrases:

• Ветеринарная клиника - A clinic for animal treatment; used when referring to veterinary services in urban areas.
• Консультация у ветеринара - Consultation with a vet; common in contexts involving pet health advice.
• Ветеринарный осмотр - Veterinary examination; a phrase for routine animal check-ups.

Usage Notes:

The Russian word "ветеринар" directly corresponds to the English "vet" in the sense of a veterinarian, but it is more formal and specific to animal care. It is commonly used in professional, medical, or everyday contexts involving pets or livestock. Note that in Russian, the word must agree in case with the sentence structure, so learners should practice declensions. When choosing between translations, use "ветеринар" for general purposes, but "ветврач" for informal conversations. Be mindful of cultural contexts where animal welfare is emphasized, such as in rural Russia.

Common Errors:

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., saying "Я иду к ветеринар" instead of "Я иду к ветеринару" (correct: dative case after prepositions like "к").

  Correct usage: "Я иду к ветеринару." Explanation: Russian nouns change based on case, and this mistake can make the sentence grammatically incorrect.

• Error: Confusing it with "ветеран" (veteran), leading to misuse in animal-related contexts, e.g., saying "ветеран осмотрел собаку" instead of "ветеринар осмотрел собаку".

  Correct usage: Use "ветеринар" for animal doctors. Explanation: These words look similar but have entirely different meanings, so context is key to avoid confusion.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, veterinarians hold significant importance due to the country's agricultural heritage and love for pets. For instance, in rural areas, vets are often community figures who assist with farm animals, reflecting historical ties to Soviet-era collective farming. This word may carry connotations of reliability and expertise, especially in contexts involving national symbols like dogs in literature (e.g., in works by Tolstoy).

Related Concepts:

• Медик (medic or doctor)
• Зоолог (zoologist)
• Агроном (agronomist, often related in agricultural settings)