Академик
Pronunciation
ah-kah-DYEH-meek
Translation
akademik — academician
Context & Examples
Мой дедушка был известным академиком в области физики.
My grandfather was a famous academician in the field of physics.
Звание академика присваивается за выдающиеся научные достижения.
The title of academician is awarded for outstanding scientific achievements.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russia, 'академик' is a prestigious formal title for a full member of a state academy of sciences (e.g., the Russian Academy of Sciences), not just a general term for a university professor. It signifies the highest level of recognition in the scientific community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Академик" mean in Russian?
"Академик" translates to "akademik — academician" in English. It is pronounced as "ah-kah-DYEH-meek".
How do you pronounce "Академик"?
The pronunciation of "Академик" is: ah-kah-DYEH-meek
How to use "Академик" in a sentence?
Example: "Мой дедушка был известным академиком в области физики." which translates to "My grandfather was a famous academician in the field of physics.". Another example: "Звание академика присваивается за выдающиеся научные достижения." — "The title of academician is awarded for outstanding scientific achievements.".
What is the cultural significance of "Академик" in Russia?
In Russia, 'академик' is a prestigious formal title for a full member of a state academy of sciences (e.g., the Russian Academy of Sciences), not just a general term for a university professor. It signifies the highest level of recognition in the scientific community.