Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Aerospace'

English Word: Aerospace

Key Russian Translations:

• Аэрокосмический [ˌaɪrəkɒsˈmʲitɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• Аэрокосмическая промышленность [ˌaɪrəkɒsˈmʲitɕɪskəjə prɒˈmɨʂlʲɪnnɒstʲ] - [Formal, Noun Phrase, Industry Context]

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

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for "Аэрокосмический"; C1 (Advanced) for "Аэрокосмическая промышленность" due to compound structure

Pronunciation (Russian):

Аэрокосмический: [ˌaɪrəkɒsˈmʲitɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on Аэрокосмический: Stress falls on the second syllable of "космический" (kos-MEE-chee-skiy). The combination of "аэро" and "космический" can be challenging for non-native speakers.

Аэрокосмическая промышленность: [ˌaɪrəkɒsˈmʲitɕɪskəjə prɒˈmɨʂlʲɪnnɒstʲ]

Note on Аэрокосмическая промышленность: Stress falls on "кос" in "космическая" and "мыш" in "промышленность". Ensure proper liaison between the two words.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Relating to the science or technology of aircraft and spacecraft (Adjective)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Аэрокосмический - Used to describe anything related to aerospace technology or studies (e.g., aerospace engineering).

Usage Examples:

• Аэрокосмический инженер разрабатывает новые технологии для спутников.

  An aerospace engineer develops new technologies for satellites.

• На выставке представили последние достижения в аэрокосмической отрасли.

  The exhibition showcased the latest advancements in the aerospace sector.

• Она изучает аэрокосмические науки в университете.

  She studies aerospace sciences at the university.

2. Industry or field of aerospace (Noun Phrase)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Аэрокосмическая промышленность - Refers specifically to the aerospace industry as a whole.

Usage Examples:

• Аэрокосмическая промышленность России имеет давние традиции.

  The Russian aerospace industry has a long tradition.

• Многие страны инвестируют в развитие аэрокосмической промышленности.

  Many countries invest in the development of the aerospace industry.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Аэрокосмический (Adjective): Declines according to standard Russian adjective rules based on gender, number, and case.

Аэрокосмическая промышленность (Noun Phrase): "Промышленность" is a feminine noun and declines accordingly. "Аэрокосмическая" agrees with it in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for Аэрокосмический:

• Космический (more general, often refers to space alone)
• Авиационный (focuses more on aviation)

Note: "Космический" may not always include the aviation aspect, while "Авиационный" excludes space technology.

Antonyms: None directly applicable due to the specialized nature of the term.

Related Phrases:

• Аэрокосмическая техника - Aerospace technology (refers to equipment and machinery in the field).
• Аэрокосмическое исследование - Aerospace research (used in academic or scientific contexts).
• Аэрокосмическая программа - Aerospace program (often refers to national or international initiatives).

Usage Notes:

• "Аэрокосмический" is primarily an adjective and should be used when describing something related to aerospace (e.g., aerospace engineering).
• "Аэрокосмическая промышленность" is a noun phrase and refers specifically to the industry. It is more formal and used in professional or economic discussions.
• Be mindful of gender and case agreement when using "Аэрокосмический" as it must match the noun it modifies.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Космический" alone to mean "aerospace" when the context includes aviation.
  Incorrect: Космическая инженерия (Space engineering only).
  Correct: Аэрокосмическая инженерия (Aerospace engineering).
• Error: Failing to adjust "Аэрокосмический" for gender or case agreement.
  Incorrect: Аэрокосмический программа (Masculine form with feminine noun).
  Correct: Аэрокосмическая программа.

Cultural Notes:

Russia has a significant historical connection to aerospace, being a pioneer in space exploration with the launch of Sputnik and the first human in space, Yuri Gagarin. The term "Аэрокосмическая промышленность" often evokes national pride and is associated with major achievements in science and technology.

Related Concepts:

• Космонавтика (Cosmonautics)
• Авиация (Aviation)
• Ракетостроение (Rocket Engineering)