Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Carat'

English Word: Carat

Key Russian Translations:

• карат [ˈkarat] - [Formal, Used in jewelry and gemology]

Frequency: Low (Specialized term, mainly used in specific contexts like jewelry)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate - Requires familiarity with specialized vocabulary)

Pronunciation (Russian):

карат: [ˈkarat]

Note on карат: The stress is on the first syllable, which is typical for many borrowed terms in Russian. Ensure the 'r' is rolled slightly.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Unit of Weight for Gemstones (Jewelry Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• карат - Used specifically to measure the weight of diamonds and other gemstones (1 carat = 0.2 grams).

Usage Examples:

• Этот бриллиант весит два карата.

  This diamond weighs two carats.

• Цена за карат этого камня очень высока.

  The price per carat of this stone is very high.

• Ювелир оценил кольцо в десять карат.

  The jeweler appraised the ring at ten carats.

• Карат — это стандартная единица измерения драгоценных камней.

  Carat is the standard unit of measurement for precious stones.

• Она мечтает о кольце с бриллиантом в один карат.

  She dreams of a ring with a one-carat diamond.

2. Purity of Gold (Metallurgy Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• карат - Refers to the purity of gold, where 24 carats represent pure gold.

Usage Examples:

• Это кольцо сделано из золота 18 карат.

  This ring is made of 18-carat gold.

• Золото 24 карата слишком мягкое для украшений.

  24-carat gold is too soft for jewelry.

• Цепочка из 14 карат стоит дешевле, чем из 18 карат.

  A 14-carat chain is cheaper than an 18-carat one.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The word карат is a masculine noun in Russian. It follows the standard declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• нет (No direct synonyms, as it is a specialized term)

Antonyms:

• нет (No direct antonyms, as it is a unit of measurement)

Note: Since "карат" is a technical term, it lacks direct synonyms or antonyms in everyday Russian usage.

Related Phrases:

• карат золота - Carat of gold (refers to gold purity).
• карат бриллианта - Carat of a diamond (refers to diamond weight).
• цена за карат - Price per carat (used in pricing gemstones).

Usage Notes:

• The term "карат" is a direct borrowing from English and is used exclusively in technical contexts related to jewelry and metallurgy.
• It can refer to both the weight of gemstones and the purity of gold, so context is crucial for correct interpretation.
• In Russian, numbers are often used with "карат" in its singular or plural form depending on the grammatical rules (e.g., "один карат" but "два карата").

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "карат" with "карате" (karate, the martial art).
  Incorrect: Я купил кольцо из карате.
  Correct: Я купил кольцо из карата.
  Explanation: "Карате" refers to the sport, while "карат" is the term for carat in jewelry or gold purity.
• Error: Incorrect declension after numbers.
  Incorrect: Пять карат золото.
  Correct: Пять каратов золота.
  Explanation: After numbers like 5, 6, etc., use the genitive plural form "каратов."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the term "карат" is mostly associated with luxury and wealth due to its connection with diamonds and gold. Discussions about carats often appear in the context of jewelry shopping or appraisals, and knowing the carat weight or purity can be a status symbol.

Related Concepts:

• бриллиант (diamond)
• золото (gold)
• драгоценный камень (precious stone)
• ювелирное изделие (jewelry piece)