Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Blade'

English Word: Blade

Key Russian Translations:

• лезвие [ˈlʲezvʲɪjə] - [Neutral, General Use]
• клинок [klʲɪˈnok] - [Formal, Often for Swords or Knives]
• лопасть [ˈlopəsʲtʲ] - [Technical, Used for Propellers or Turbines]

Frequency: Medium (varies by context)

Difficulty: A2-B1 (Beginner to Intermediate, depending on context and translation)

Pronunciation (Russian):

лезвие: [ˈlʲezvʲɪjə]

Note on лезвие: Stress falls on the first syllable. The 'е' sounds like 'ye' in 'yes'.

клинок: [klʲɪˈnok]

Note on клинок: Stress on the second syllable. The 'и' is pronounced like 'ee' in 'see'.

лопасть: [ˈlopəsʲtʲ]

Note on лопасть: Stress on the first syllable. The soft 'т' at the end is a subtle sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Blade as a Cutting Edge (e.g., Knife, Razor)

Translation(s) & Context:

• лезвие - Commonly used for the sharp edge of knives, razors, or similar tools.

Usage Examples:

• Лезвие ножа очень острое.

  The blade of the knife is very sharp.

• Я заменил лезвие в бритве.

  I replaced the blade in the razor.

• Осторожно, лезвие может порезать!

  Be careful, the blade might cut you!

2. Blade as a Part of a Sword or Weapon

Translation(s) & Context:

• клинок - Refers specifically to the blade of a sword or dagger, often with a historical or formal tone.

Usage Examples:

• Клинок меча был выкован из стали.

  The blade of the sword was forged from steel.

• Он внимательно осмотрел клинок.

  He carefully examined the blade.

3. Blade as a Part of Machinery (e.g., Propeller, Turbine)

Translation(s) & Context:

• лопасть - Used in technical contexts for blades of propellers, fans, or turbines.

Usage Examples:

• Лопасти вентилятора вращаются быстро.

  The blades of the fan spin quickly.

• Одна из лопастей турбины повреждена.

  One of the turbine blades is damaged.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

лезвие (Neuter Noun):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	лезвие	лезвия
Genitive	лезвия	лезвий
Dative	лезвию	лезвиям
Accusative	лезвие	лезвия
Instrumental	лезвием	лезвиями
Prepositional	лезвии	лезвиях

клинок (Masculine Noun): Follows regular masculine declension patterns.

лопасть (Feminine Noun): Follows regular feminine declension patterns with stem stress shifts in some forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for лезвие:

• остриё (more poetic or specific to a point)
• режущая кромка (technical term for cutting edge)

Antonyms for лезвие:

• тупая сторона (blunt side)

Related Phrases:

• острие лезвия - Tip of the blade (literal or metaphorical).
• клинок меча - Blade of a sword (common in historical or literary contexts).
• лопасти вертолёта - Helicopter blades (technical use).

Usage Notes:

• The choice between "лезвие", "клинок", and "лопасть" depends heavily on context. "Лезвие" is the most general and versatile term for a blade as a cutting edge.
• "Клинок" is more specific to weapons and carries a formal or historical tone, often used in literature or discussions of weaponry.
• "Лопасть" is strictly technical and should not be used for knives or swords.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "лопасть" for a knife blade. Incorrect: Лопасть ножа. Correct: Лезвие ножа. Explanation: "Лопасть" is only appropriate for rotating blades in machinery.
• Error: Using "клинок" in casual contexts for a kitchen knife. Incorrect: Клинок кухонного ножа. Correct: Лезвие кухонного ножа. Explanation: "Клинок" sounds overly formal or dramatic in everyday contexts.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the term "клинок" often evokes imagery of historical weaponry, such as swords used by Cossacks or in medieval battles. It may appear in folklore, literature, or discussions of Russian history, carrying a sense of tradition or valor.

Related Concepts:

• нож (knife)
• меч (sword)
• турбина (turbine)