ancestry
ancestry
family origin
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ancestry with Russian translation
ancestry usage examples
Они посетили архивы, чтобы найти записи о происхождении своей семьи.
They visited the archives to find records of their family's ancestry.
Учитель объяснил, как происхождение влияет на язык и кулинарные традиции в этом районе.
A teacher explained how ancestry shapes language and food traditions in the area.
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ancestry belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
ancestry synonyms
What's the difference between ancestry / roots / family history / forebears / lineage / heritage
Same basic word: family origin or ethnic background.
She researched her ancestry back to the 18th century.
Она исследовала своё происхождение до XVIII века.
Informal term for family origin or beginnings; often used conversationally.
She returned to her roots in the countryside.
Она вернулась к своим корням в сельскую местность.
A record or account of a family's past, including events, members and sometimes medical history.
She compiled a family history for her grandchildren.
Она составила историю семьи для своих внуков.
A formal or slightly old-fashioned word for ancestors; stresses past generations.
He honored the achievements of his forebears.
Он почтил достижения своих предков.
Focuses on a direct family line or pedigree; often used in historical or hereditary contexts.
The family traces its royal lineage for centuries.
Семья прослеживает свою королевскую родословную на протяжении веков.
Often used for cultural traditions, legacy or inherited property rather than strict genealogy.
He is proud of his cultural heritage.
Он гордится своим культурным наследием.
Refers to ethnic group membership (culture, language, shared ancestry), more specific than general origin.
People of various ethnicities live in the city.
В городе живут люди разных этнических принадлежностей.
Originally about recorded ancestry of animals; also used figuratively for distinguished family background.
The dog has an excellent pedigree.
У собаки отличная родословная (племенной документ).
Emphasises biological descent and hereditary line; often used for dramatic or inherited traits.
He came from an aristocratic bloodline.
Он происходил из аристократической кровной линии.
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В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
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How to pronounce ancestry and what this word means
ancestry translation: происхождение. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce ancestry
/ən ˈænsɛstri/
ancestry translation
происхождение
ancestry examples
They visited the archives to find records of their family's ancestry.
ancestry transcription
/ən ˈænsɛstri/, /æn ˈænstri/
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Questions about this word
ancestry meaning: what does it mean?
family origin
ancestry pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
ancestry is pronounced as /ən ˈænsɛstri/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
ancestry definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
They visited the archives to find records of their family's ancestry. Translation: Они посетили архивы, чтобы найти записи о происхождении своей семьи.
Is ancestry part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, ancestry (происхождение) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is ancestry part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, ancestry (происхождение) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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