Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Aeroplane'

English Word: Aeroplane

Key Russian Translations:

• самолёт [səmɐˈlʲot] - [Common, Neutral]
• аэроплан [ɐɪrɐˈplan] - [Dated, Formal]

Frequency: High (for "самолёт"); Low (for "аэроплан")

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for "самолёт"); B2 (Intermediate for "аэроплан")

Pronunciation (Russian):

самолёт: [səmɐˈlʲot]

Note on самолёт: The stress falls on the second syllable. The "ё" is always stressed and pronounced as "yo."

аэроплан: [ɐɪrɐˈplan]

Note on аэроплан: Stress on the third syllable. Less common in modern usage, often found in historical contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. General Term for Airplane

Translation(s) & Context:

• самолёт - Used in everyday language to refer to any type of airplane, both civilian and military.

Usage Examples:

• Самолёт взлетел ровно в 7 утра.

  The airplane took off exactly at 7 AM.

• Мы летим на самолёте в Москву.

  We are flying to Moscow on an airplane.

• Этот самолёт очень быстрый.

  This airplane is very fast.

2. Historical or Formal Reference to Early Airplanes

Translation(s) & Context:

• аэроплан - Refers to early airplanes, often used in historical or literary contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В начале 20-го века аэропланы были редкостью.

  At the beginning of the 20th century, aeroplanes were a rarity.

• Писатель описал полёт на аэроплане как чудо.

  The writer described a flight on an aeroplane as a miracle.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

самолёт (Noun, Masculine, Animate):

аэроплан (Noun, Masculine, Animate): Follows similar declension patterns to "самолёт." Stress remains on the third syllable across forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for "самолёт":

• лайнер (liner, often for passenger planes)
• борт (slang, refers to aircraft in military or informal contexts)

Note: "Лайнер" typically implies a large passenger plane, while "борт" is more colloquial or technical.

Antonyms:

• поезд (train)
• корабль (ship)

Related Phrases:

• пассажирский самолёт - Passenger airplane
• военный самолёт - Military airplane
• сесть на самолёт - To board an airplane
• летать на самолёте - To fly on an airplane

Usage Notes:

• "Самолёт" is the standard and most widely used term for "aeroplane" or "airplane" in modern Russian. It applies to all contexts, from casual conversation to technical discussions.
• "Аэроплан" is an older term, now mostly used in historical contexts or literature. Avoid using it in everyday speech as it may sound outdated or overly formal.
• In Russian, the word "самолёт" does not distinguish between "aeroplane" (British) and "airplane" (American); it covers both.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "аэроплан" in modern contexts.
  Incorrect: Я полечу на аэроплане.
  Correct: Я полечу на самолёте.
  Explanation: "Аэроплан" is archaic and not suitable for contemporary usage unless referring to early aviation history.
• Error: Misplacing stress in "самолёт" as [ˈsamɐlʲot].
  Explanation: The stress must be on the second syllable [səmɐˈlʲot]. Incorrect stress can lead to misunderstandings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, aviation has historical significance, especially tied to Soviet-era achievements in space and military technology. The word "самолёт" often evokes a sense of national pride, particularly when referring to iconic aircraft like the Tupolev or Ilyushin models.

Related Concepts:

• аэропорт (airport)
• пилот (pilot)
• полёт (flight)
• авиация (aviation)