Language/Russian/Vocabulary/Health-and-Wellness
Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will be focusing on vocabulary related to health and wellness in Russian. It is essential to learn these words and phrases as they are commonly used in everyday conversations. Whether you are discussing common illnesses, seeking medical help, or talking about staying healthy, this lesson will provide you with the necessary vocabulary to communicate effectively in these situations.
Common Illnesses[edit | edit source]
When it comes to discussing health, it is important to be familiar with common illnesses and their corresponding vocabulary. Here are some of the most frequently encountered illnesses and their Russian translations along with their pronunciations:
| Russian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| простуда | pro-stu-da | cold |
| грипп | grip | flu |
| кашель | kash-el' | cough |
| боль в горле | bol' v gor-le | sore throat |
| головная боль | go-lov-nai-a bol' | headache |
| боль в животе | bol' v zhi-vo-te | stomachache |
| диарея | di-a-re-ya | diarrhea |
| аллергия | al-ler-gi-ya | allergy |
| температура | tem-pe-ra-tu-ra | fever |
| астма | as-tma | asthma |
| депрессия | de-pres-si-ya | depression |
Medical Professions[edit | edit source]
When seeking medical help or discussing health-related issues, it is essential to know the relevant medical professions and their corresponding vocabulary. Here are some of the most common medical professions in Russian:
| Russian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| врач | vrach | doctor |
| медсестра | med-sestra | nurse |
| аптекарь | ap-te-kar' | pharmacist |
| хирург | khi-rurg | surgeon |
| стоматолог | sto-ma-tolog | dentist |
| психолог | psi-ho-log | psychologist |
| фармацевт | far-ma-tsevt | pharmacist |
| фельдшер | fel'dsher | paramedic |
| акушерка | a-ku-sher-ka | midwife |
Staying Healthy[edit | edit source]
To maintain good health, it is crucial to adopt healthy habits and follow a balanced lifestyle. Here are some vocabulary words and phrases related to staying healthy:
Exercise and Fitness[edit | edit source]
To keep fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise is essential. Here are some words and phrases related to exercise and fitness:
- физическая активность (fi-zi-ches-ka-ya ak-ti-vnost') - physical activity
- тренировка (tre-ni-rov-ka) - workout
- здоровый образ жизни (zdo-ro-vyj ob-raz zhiz-ni) - healthy lifestyle
- бег (beg) - running
- плавание (pla-va-ni-e) - swimming
- йога (yo-ga) - yoga
- гимнастика (gim-nas-ti-ka) - gymnastics
- поддерживать форму (pod-der-zhi-vat' for-mu) - to stay in shape
- силовые упражнения (si-lo-vye u-prazh-ne-ni-ya) - strength training
Diet and Nutrition[edit | edit source]
A balanced diet is crucial for overall well-being. Here are some words and phrases related to diet and nutrition:
- питание (pi-ta-ni-e) - nutrition
- здоровое питание (zdo-ro-vo-e pi-ta-ni-e) - healthy eating
- овощи (o-vo-schi) - vegetables
- фрукты (fruk-ty) - fruits
- мясо (mya-so) - meat
- рыба (ry-ba) - fish
- злаки (zla-ki) - grains
- молочные продукты (mo-loch-ny-e pro-duk-ty) - dairy products
- вода (vo-da) - water
- ограничить потребление (o-gra-ni-chit' pot-reb-le-ni-e) - to limit consumption
Mental Health[edit | edit source]
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as physical health. Here are some words and phrases related to mental health:
- психическое здоровье (psi-hi-ches-ko-e zdo-ro-v'e) - mental health
- стресс (stres) - stress
- расслабление (ras-la-ble-ni-e) - relaxation
- медитация (me-di-ta-tsi-ya) - meditation
- сон (son) - sleep
- самоуверенность (sa-mou-ve-ren-nost') - self-confidence
- позитивное мышление (po-zi-tiv-no-e mysh-le-ni-e) - positive thinking
- психотерапия (psi-ho-te-ra-pi-ya) - psychotherapy
- медитативные практики (me-di-ta-tiv-ny-e prak-ti-ki) - mindfulness practices
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, you have learned a variety of vocabulary related to health and wellness in Russian. By familiarizing yourself with these words and phrases, you will be able to discuss common illnesses, seek medical help, and talk about staying healthy in Russian. Remember to practice using these new words in context to improve your fluency and build your vocabulary further. Stay healthy and continue your Russian language learning journey!
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Russian Vocabulary → Everyday Life in Russia → Health and ...
- QuickStudy | Russian Vocabulary Laminated Study Guide ...
- Using Russian Vocabulary - The Ohio Digital Library - OverDrive
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