Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'carpet'

English Word: carpet

Key Russian Translations:

• ковёр [kɐˈvʲor] - [Common, Singular]
• ковры [kɐˈvrɨ] - [Plural]
• ковровое покрытие [kɐˈvrovəjə pɐˈkrɨtʲɪjə] - [Formal, Refers to wall-to-wall carpeting]

Frequency: High (especially "ковёр")

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner) for "ковёр"; B1 (Intermediate) for "ковровое покрытие"

Pronunciation (Russian):

ковёр: [kɐˈvʲor]

Note on ковёр: The stress falls on the second syllable. The 'ё' is always stressed and pronounced as 'yo'.

ковры: [kɐˈvrɨ]

ковровое покрытие: [kɐˈvrovəjə pɐˈkrɨtʲɪjə]

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A piece of thick fabric used as a floor covering (rug or carpet)

Translation(s) & Context:

• ковёр - Typically refers to a decorative rug or carpet, often movable.

Usage Examples:

• На полу лежит красивый ковёр.

  There is a beautiful carpet lying on the floor.

• Мы купили новый ковёр для гостиной.

  We bought a new carpet for the living room.

• Этот ковёр очень мягкий.

  This carpet is very soft.

2. Wall-to-wall carpeting or floor covering material

Translation(s) & Context:

• ковровое покрытие - Refers to fixed, wall-to-wall carpeting, often in formal or technical contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В офисе установлено ковровое покрытие.

  Wall-to-wall carpeting is installed in the office.

• Ковровое покрытие легко чистить.

  The carpeting is easy to clean.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

ковёр (Singular, Masculine Noun):

ковры (Plural): Nominative - ковры, Genitive - ковров, etc.

ковровое покрытие (Neuter Noun Phrase): The adjective "ковровое" changes based on case and agrees with "покрытие". Commonly used in nominative or accusative forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for ковёр:

• килим (regional, less common)
• палас (refers to a thinner rug)

Note: "палас" often implies a simpler or less decorative rug compared to "ковёр".

Antonyms: None directly applicable for "ковёр" as a physical object.

Related Phrases:

• стелить ковёр - to lay a carpet (used when placing a rug on the floor)
• выбивать ковёр - to beat a carpet (refers to cleaning by beating dust out)
• ковёр-самолёт - flying carpet (a fairy-tale concept)

Usage Notes:

• "ковёр" is the most common and versatile term for a carpet or rug in Russian. It is used in everyday speech and can refer to both decorative and functional pieces.
• "ковровое покрытие" is a more formal or technical term and specifically refers to fitted, wall-to-wall carpeting. It is less common in casual conversation.
• When choosing between translations, use "ковёр" for general contexts and "ковровое покрытие" only when discussing fixed carpeting in buildings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "ковровое покрытие" to refer to a movable rug.
  Incorrect: У меня дома ковровое покрытие на полу в спальне (implying a single rug).
  Correct: У меня дома ковёр на полу в спальне.
  Explanation: "ковровое покрытие" implies a permanent, wall-to-wall installation, not a single, movable piece.
• Error: Misplacing stress in "ковёр" as [ˈkovʲor].
  Explanation: The correct stress is on the second syllable [kɐˈvʲor]. Misplacing stress can lead to misunderstandings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, carpets ("ковёр") have historically been a symbol of wealth and comfort, often hung on walls as decoration in Soviet-era homes. This practice is less common today but still carries nostalgic or cultural significance in some households. Additionally, the concept of a "ковёр-самолёт" (flying carpet) appears in Russian folklore and fairy tales, similar to Middle Eastern traditions.

Related Concepts:

• пол (floor)
• обивка (upholstery)
• ткань (fabric)