Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'acoustics'

English Word: acoustics

Key Russian Translations:

• акустика [ɐˈkustʲɪkə] - [Formal, Singular, Scientific/Technical]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in scientific and technical contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate - requires familiarity with technical vocabulary)

Pronunciation (Russian):

акустика: [ɐˈkustʲɪkə]

Note on акустика: The stress falls on the second syllable. The initial 'а' is pronounced as a reduced vowel sound typical in unstressed positions in Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. The science of sound (scientific context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• акустика - Used in academic, scientific, or technical discussions about the properties of sound.

Usage Examples:

• Акустика изучает распространение звуковых волн в различных средах.

  Acoustics studies the propagation of sound waves in different media.

• В университете я изучал акустику как часть физики.

  At university, I studied acoustics as part of physics.

• Акустика этого зала идеальна для концертов.

  The acoustics of this hall are perfect for concerts.

2. Sound characteristics of a space (architecture/music context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• акустика - Refers to how sound behaves in a specific environment, often a room or hall.

Usage Examples:

• Архитектор улучшил акустику театра с помощью специальных материалов.

  The architect improved the acoustics of the theater using special materials.

• Плохая акустика в помещении мешает слушать выступления.

  Poor acoustics in the room make it hard to listen to performances.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

акустика is a feminine noun in Russian. It follows the regular declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -а. Below is the declension table:

Note: This noun is typically used in the singular form as it refers to an abstract concept or field of study. Plural usage is rare and context-specific.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• звукотехника (sound engineering - more technical)

Note: "звукотехника" is often used in more applied or engineering contexts compared to "акустика," which can be more theoretical.

Antonyms:

• тишина (silence - in the context of absence of sound)

Related Phrases:

• акустика зала - Acoustics of a hall (refers to sound quality in a specific space).
• акустическая система - Acoustic system (refers to sound equipment or speakers).
• подводная акустика - Underwater acoustics (a specialized field of study).

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word "акустика" directly corresponds to "acoustics" in both scientific and architectural contexts. It is a borrowed term from Greek via other European languages, so it is phonetically and semantically similar to its English counterpart.
• This term is formal and primarily used in technical or academic settings. It is not used in casual conversation unless discussing sound quality explicitly.
• Be mindful of context: "акустика" can refer to the science of sound or the sound properties of a space. The context usually clarifies the meaning.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "акустика" with "акустический" (adjective form, meaning "acoustic"). For example, saying "акустический зала" instead of "акустика зала" for "acoustics of the hall."

  Correct: Акустика зала отличная. (The acoustics of the hall are excellent.)

  Incorrect: Акустический зала отличный. (Grammatically incorrect and semantically unclear.)

• Error: Misplacing stress when pronouncing "акустика." Stressing the first syllable (а-ку-сти-ка) instead of the second (а-ку́-сти-ка) can make the word sound unnatural.

  Tip: Practice stressing the second syllable for native-like pronunciation.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, discussions about "акустика" often arise in the context of music and theater, as Russia has a rich tradition of classical music and performance arts. The acoustics of famous venues like the Bolshoi Theatre are often a point of pride and discussion among enthusiasts.

Related Concepts:

• звук (sound)
• волна (wave)
• резонанс (resonance)
• эхо (echo)