Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Amplifier'

English Word: amplifier

Key Russian Translations:

• усилитель [usʲɪˈlʲitʲɪlʲ] - [Technical, Formal]
• амплифаер [ɐmplʲɪˈfajɪr] - [Informal, Borrowed from English]

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

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "усилитель"; A2 (Beginner) for "амплифаер" due to familiarity with English loanwords

Pronunciation (Russian):

усилитель: [usʲɪˈlʲitʲɪlʲ]

Note on усилитель: Stress falls on the third syllable. The soft "л" sound may be challenging for non-native speakers.

амплифаер: [ɐmplʲɪˈfajɪr]

Note on амплифаер: This is a direct borrowing from English, so pronunciation is closer to the original, with stress on the third syllable.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Device to increase sound or signal strength

Translation(s) & Context:

• усилитель - Used in technical contexts, such as audio equipment or electronics.
• амплифаер - Informal, often used by younger speakers or in casual conversations about music systems.

Usage Examples:

• Этот усилитель улучшает качество звука. (usilitel)

  This amplifier improves the sound quality.

• Я купил новый усилитель для своей системы. (usilitel)

  I bought a new amplifier for my system.

• У тебя есть мощный амплифаер? (amplifayer)

  Do you have a powerful amplifier?

• Амплифаер сломался на вечеринке. (amplifayer)

  The amplifier broke down at the party.

• Усилитель сигнала нужен для лучшего соединения. (usilitel)

  A signal amplifier is needed for better connection.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

усилитель (usilitel) - Noun, Masculine, Animate

Declension follows the standard second declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a soft sign or consonant.

амплифаер (amplifayer) - Noun, Masculine, Inanimate

As a borrowed word, it follows a similar declension pattern but is less standardized in formal writing. Often remains unchanged in casual speech.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for усилитель:

• амплификатор (rare, technical)
• буфер (in specific technical contexts)

Note: "амплификатор" is rarely used and may sound outdated; "буфер" applies only to specific amplifier types.

Antonyms for усилитель:

• аттенюатор (attenuator, reduces signal strength)

Related Phrases:

• усилитель звука - Sound amplifier (refers to audio equipment).
• усилитель сигнала - Signal amplifier (used for boosting signals like Wi-Fi or radio).
• ламповый усилитель - Tube amplifier (a specific type of audio amplifier).

Usage Notes:

• "усилитель" is the standard and more formal term, widely accepted in technical, academic, and professional contexts.
• "амплифаер" is a colloquial borrowing from English, often used in casual settings or by younger speakers. It may not be understood by older generations or in formal writing.
• Be mindful of context: "усилитель" can refer to amplifiers for sound, signal, or even metaphorical strengtheners, while "амплифаер" typically refers only to audio equipment.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "амплифаер" in formal or technical writing. Wrong: "В технической документации указан амплифаер." Correct: "В технической документации указан усилитель." Explanation: "амплифаер" is too informal for official contexts.
• Error: Incorrect stress or pronunciation of "усилитель" as [ˈusilitel]. Explanation: Stress is on the third syllable [usʲɪˈlʲitʲɪlʲ], not the first.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking countries, audio equipment like amplifiers often carries a sense of nostalgia for Soviet-era technology. Terms like "ламповый усилитель" (tube amplifier) may evoke discussions about vintage sound quality, which is highly valued among audiophiles.

Related Concepts:

• динамик (speaker)
• микрофон (microphone)
• аудиосистема (audio system)