Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Aviation'

English Word: Aviation

Key Russian Translations:

• авиация [ˌavɪˈat͡sɨjə] - [Formal, General Usage]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

авиация: [ˌavɪˈat͡sɨjə]

Note on авиация: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "ц" sound is a soft affricate, similar to 'ts' in English "cats," but softer.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. The science or practice of flight (general term)

Translation(s) & Context:

• авиация - Refers to the field of aviation as a whole, including aircraft design, operation, and industry (used in formal and technical contexts).

Usage Examples:

• Авиация играет важную роль в современной экономике.

  Aviation plays an important role in the modern economy.

• Он изучает историю авиации в университете.

  He studies the history of aviation at university.

• Гражданская авиация развивается очень быстро.

  Civil aviation is developing very rapidly.

• Военная авиация защищает воздушное пространство страны.

  Military aviation protects the country's airspace.

• Авиация требует высококвалифицированных специалистов.

  Aviation requires highly skilled professionals.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The word авиация is a feminine noun in Russian (1st declension). It follows standard declension patterns for feminine nouns ending in -ия.

Note: This noun does not typically have a plural form as it is an abstract concept.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• воздухоплавание (less common, historical term for aviation or aeronautics)

Note: "воздухоплавание" is more archaic and often refers to ballooning or early flight technology, unlike the modern and broader "авиация."

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable (as "aviation" is a specific field without a direct opposite).

Related Phrases:

• гражданская авиация - Civil aviation (refers to commercial and private flight operations).
• военная авиация - Military aviation (refers to air forces and combat aircraft).
• авиационная промышленность - Aviation industry (refers to the sector involved in aircraft production).

Usage Notes:

• The Russian term авиация corresponds directly to the English "aviation" and is used in both technical and general contexts.
• It is a formal term and is appropriate for academic, professional, or official discussions. Avoid using it in casual slang or informal speech where more specific terms like "самолёты" (airplanes) might be used instead.
• In Russian, авиация often implies a broader scope, including the entire field (technology, industry, and operations), unlike English where "aviation" might sometimes be used more narrowly.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing авиация with самолёт (airplane). English learners might mistakenly use "самолёт" to refer to the field of aviation.

  Incorrect: Он работает в самолёте. (He works in an airplane - implying the physical object.)

  Correct: Он работает в авиации. (He works in aviation - referring to the industry or field.)

• Error: Incorrect case usage due to unfamiliarity with Russian declension.

  Incorrect: Я интересуюсь авиация. (Nominative case used incorrectly.)

  Correct: Я интересуюсь авиацией. (Instrumental case required after "интересуюсь.")

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, авиация carries significant historical weight due to the Soviet Union's pioneering role in aviation and space exploration. The term often evokes pride, especially in contexts related to military aviation or achievements like the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin. It is frequently encountered in patriotic or historical discussions.

Related Concepts:

• самолёт (airplane)
• аэропорт (airport)
• пилот (pilot)
• космонавтика (cosmonautics/space exploration)