Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Airfield'

English Word: airfield

Key Russian Translations:

• аэродром [ˌaɪrɐˈdrom] - [Neutral, Commonly Used]
• взлётно-посадочная полоса [vzˈljotnə pɐˈsadətɕnəjə pɐˈlosə] - [Technical, Specific to Runway]

Frequency: Medium (used in specific contexts related to aviation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "аэродром"; B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for "взлётно-посадочная полоса" due to compound structure

Pronunciation (Russian):

аэродром: [ˌaɪrɐˈdrom]

Note on аэродром: Stress falls on the second syllable. The "э" is pronounced as a distinct short "e" sound.

взлётно-посадочная полоса: [vzˈljotnə pɐˈsadətɕnəjə pɐˈlosə]

Note on взлётно-посадочная полоса: A compound term with stress on multiple syllables; practice breaking it into parts for easier pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. General Term for Airfield (Place for Aircraft Operations)

Translation(s) & Context:

• аэродром - General term for an airfield or airport, often used for smaller or military airfields.

Usage Examples:

• Самолёт приземлился на старом аэродроме.

  The plane landed at the old airfield.

• Этот аэродром используется только для военных целей.

  This airfield is used only for military purposes.

• Мы проехали мимо заброшенного аэродрома.

  We drove past an abandoned airfield.

2. Specific Reference to Runway or Landing Strip

Translation(s) & Context:

• взлётно-посадочная полоса - Refers specifically to the runway or landing strip within an airfield.

Usage Examples:

• Взлётно-посадочная полоса была покрыта снегом.

  The runway was covered with snow.

• Самолёт готовится к взлёту на взлётно-посадочной полосе.

  The plane is preparing for takeoff on the runway.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

аэродром (Masculine Noun):

взлётно-посадочная полоса (Feminine Compound Noun): Follows standard feminine noun declension for "полоса". Due to its compound nature, it is often used in fixed forms (e.g., Nominative or Genitive) in speech.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for аэродром:

• аэропорт (more commonly used for larger, civilian airports)
• лётное поле (less common, refers to a flying field)

Note: "аэропорт" often implies a larger facility with passenger terminals, while "аэродром" can refer to smaller or military fields.

Antonyms: None directly applicable.

Related Phrases:

• военный аэродром - Military airfield
• гражданский аэродром - Civilian airfield
• взлёт с полосы - Takeoff from the runway

Usage Notes:

• "аэродром" is the most common and versatile term for "airfield" in Russian, suitable for both military and small civilian contexts. However, for international or large civilian airports, "аэропорт" is more appropriate.
• "взлётно-посадочная полоса" is a technical term specifically referring to the runway itself, not the entire airfield. Use it only when focusing on the landing/takeoff strip.
• Be mindful of context: mentioning an "аэродром" in casual conversation might imply a smaller or less formal facility than a major airport.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "аэропорт" for a small or military airfield.
  Incorrect: Самолёт приземлился на военном аэропорту.
  Correct: Самолёт приземлился на военном аэродроме.
  Explanation: "аэропорт" typically refers to civilian, often larger airports with terminals.
• Error: Mispronouncing "аэродром" by stressing the first syllable.
  Explanation: The stress is on the second syllable [ˌaɪrɐˈdrom]. Incorrect stress can make the word sound unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking countries, the term "аэродром" often evokes associations with Soviet-era military aviation or remote, utilitarian facilities. Many smaller airfields in Russia and post-Soviet states were historically tied to military use, so the term may carry a utilitarian or historical connotation compared to the more modern "аэропорт".

Related Concepts:

• аэропорт (airport)
• самолёт (airplane)
• взлёт (takeoff)
• посадка (landing)