Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Bedding'

English Word: bedding

Key Russian Translations:

• постельное бельё [ˌpostʲɪlʲˈnoje bʲɪlʲˈjo] - [Neutral, Plural]
• спальные принадлежности [ˌspalʲnɨje prʲɪnʲɪdʲlʲɪˈʐnostʲɪ] - [Formal, Plural]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for both translations)

Pronunciation (Russian):

постельное бельё: [ˌpostʲɪlʲˈnoje bʲɪlʲˈjo]

Note on постельное бельё: Stress falls on the second syllable of "постельное" and the second syllable of "бельё". The "ё" is always stressed and pronounced as [jo].

спальные принадлежности: [ˌspalʲnɨje prʲɪnʲɪdʲlʲɪˈʐnostʲɪ]

Note on спальные принадлежности: Stress is on the last syllable of "принадлежности". The "ж" is a voiced retroflex fricative, which may be challenging for English speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Bedding as Linens (sheets, pillowcases, etc.)

Translation(s) & Context:

• постельное бельё - Commonly used to refer to bed linens like sheets, duvet covers, and pillowcases in everyday contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Я купила новое постельное бельё для спальни.

  I bought new bedding for the bedroom.

• Постельное бельё нужно стирать раз в неделю.

  Bedding should be washed once a week.

• Это постельное бельё сделано из хлопка.

  This bedding is made of cotton.

2. Bedding as General Sleeping Accessories (blankets, pillows, etc.)

Translation(s) & Context:

• спальные принадлежности - A broader, more formal term that includes blankets, pillows, and other sleeping items, often used in stores or formal descriptions.

Usage Examples:

• В магазине есть скидка на спальные принадлежности.

  There is a discount on bedding items in the store.

• Спальные принадлежности для гостей хранятся в шкафу.

  Bedding for guests is kept in the closet.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

постельное бельё: This is a compound noun phrase. "Постельное" is a neuter adjective, and "бельё" is a neuter noun. It is always used in the singular form as it collectively refers to a set of items. Below is the declension for "бельё":

спальные принадлежности: This is a plural noun phrase. "Спальные" is a plural adjective, and "принадлежности" is a feminine noun used only in plural. Declension for "принадлежности" is as follows:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for постельное бельё:

• постельные принадлежности (slightly broader, includes more items)
• постель (informal, less common)

Antonyms: None directly applicable for this term in Russian.

Related Phrases:

• менять постельное бельё - to change the bedding
• чистое постельное бельё - clean bedding
• спальные принадлежности для кемпинга - bedding for camping

Usage Notes:

• "Постельное бельё" is the most common and neutral term for bedding in everyday speech, specifically referring to bed linens. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
• "Спальные принадлежности" is more formal and broader, often used in commercial or written contexts to include items like blankets and pillows. Avoid using it in casual conversation as it may sound overly technical.
• Both terms are collective and do not have a singular form in typical usage, reflecting the idea of a set of items.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "постель" alone to mean "bedding". While "постель" can mean "bed", it does not fully convey the concept of bedding as linens.
  Incorrect: Я купил новую постель. (I bought a new bed/bedding - ambiguous)
  Correct: Я купил новое постельное бельё. (I bought new bedding.)
• Error: Mispronouncing "бельё" as [ˈbeljo] instead of [bʲɪlʲˈjo]. Stress is on the second syllable, and the "ё" must be pronounced clearly as [jo].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, keeping clean and fresh "постельное бельё" is considered very important for personal hygiene and comfort. It is common to change bedding weekly, and many households take pride in having high-quality or aesthetically pleasing bed linens, especially for guests.

Related Concepts:

• одеяло (blanket)
• подушка (pillow)
• матрас (mattress)