мастер
master
The Russian word for 'master' is мастер.
In Russian, мастер functions as a noun.
Meaning: to learn to a high degree (verb)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of мастер is мастера. If you are using the word in the dative case (for example, to say 'to the master'), the form is мастеру. The related noun мастерство refers to the quality of mastery or the skill itself.
How do you pronounce it?
master
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not use мастер if you intend to use a verb meaning 'to master' something. In Russian, мастер is primarily a noun.
Did you know?
- In Russia and former Soviet states, мастер спорта is not just a description of skill but a formal, government-issued title with specific legal and financial benefits.
- In Russian, мастер often refers specifically to a skilled manual tradesperson, such as a locksmith or a tailor, rather than just a general expert.
- The Russian word мастер is a linguistic sibling to the English word 'master' because both trace back to the Latin 'magister'.
Examples in context
- Том – мастер сарказма.Tom is a master of sarcasm.This sentence uses мастер to describe someone skilled in sarcasm.Tatoeba #10615347 by Ooneykcall, translation #10615346 by Ooneykcall
- Он – мастер словесной манипуляции.He's a master of verbal manipulation.This sentence uses мастер to describe someone skilled in verbal manipulation.Tatoeba #9302922 by ZegPhig, translation #10569337 by AlanF_US
- Дока во всех ремёслах – мастер в никаком.A jack of all trades is a master of none.This sentence uses мастер to illustrate a proverb about expertise.Tatoeba #1424784 by Snark, translation #24978 by CK
- Господин Иванов, позвольте представиться.Mr. Ivanov, allow me to introduce myself.
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Example conversation
Maria and Andrey are talking about their hobbies.
- Мария MariaТы уже мастер в игре на гитаре.Ty uzhe master v igre na gitare.You are already a master at playing the guitar.
- Андрей AndreyСпасибо, но мне ещё нужно много учиться.Spasibo, no mne yeshchyo nuzhno mnogo uchit'sya.Thanks, but I still need to learn a lot.
- Мария MariaНет, ты настоящий мастер своего дела.Net, ty nastoyashchiy master svoego dela.No, you are a true master of your craft.
- Андрей AndreyМне очень приятно это слышать, Мария.Mne ochen' priyatno eto slyshat', Mariya.I am very pleased to hear that, Maria.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries мастер, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
