Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'clipper'

English Word: clipper

Key Russian Translations:

• Клипер [ˈklʲipʲɪr] - [Formal, Noun, Used in historical or nautical contexts]
• Тример [ˈtrʲimʲɪr] - [Informal, Noun, Used for modern tools like hair or nail clippers]

Frequency: Low (This word and its translations are not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation, primarily appearing in specialized contexts like history or grooming.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1-B2; Learners need familiarity with Russian noun declensions and vocabulary related to tools or historical terms. For "Клипер", it's B1; for "Тример", it's B2 due to modern slang influences.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Клипер: [ˈklʲipʲɪr]

Тример: [ˈtrʲimʲɪr]

Note on Клипер: The stress is on the first syllable, and the soft 'л' sound can be challenging for English speakers; practice with native audio to master the palatalization.

Note on Тример: This word often has a quicker pronunciation in informal speech; be aware of regional variations in vowel length.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A fast sailing ship (Historical/Nautical Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Клипер - Used in discussions of 19th-century maritime history, often in formal or educational settings.

Usage Examples:

• Этот клипер был известен своей скоростью в эпоху парусного мореплавания.

  This clipper was known for its speed in the age of sail.

• Моряки на клипере преодолевали океан за рекордное время.

  Sailors on the clipper crossed the ocean in record time.

• Клипер "Катти Сарк" — один из самых знаменитых судов того периода.

  The clipper "Cutty Sark" is one of the most famous ships from that era.

• В музее есть модель клипера, иллюстрирующая его конструкцию.

  In the museum, there's a model of a clipper illustrating its design.

2. A tool for cutting or trimming (e.g., hair or nail clippers)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Тример - Commonly used in everyday contexts for modern grooming tools, such as electric hair clippers, in informal or practical discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Я купил новый тример для стрижки волос.

  I bought a new clipper for cutting hair.

• Тример позволяет аккуратно подстричь бороду без посещения барбера.

  The clipper allows you to neatly trim your beard without going to the barber.

• Используйте тример на низкой скорости, чтобы не повредить кожу.

  Use the clipper on a low speed to avoid damaging the skin.

• В комплекте с тримером идут разные насадки для разных длин.

  The clipper comes with various attachments for different lengths.

• Тример — незаменимый инструмент для домашнего ухода за прической.

  A clipper is an essential tool for home hair care.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "Клипер" and "Тример" are masculine nouns in Russian, which means they follow standard masculine declension patterns. However, as borrowed words, they may have irregularities.

For "Клипер" (historically influenced noun):

For "Тример" (more modern and stable):

This word is less inflected in casual use but follows basic patterns: Nominative Singular: Тример; Genitive Singular: Триммера; Plural: Тримеры. It remains unchanged in many contexts due to its tool-related usage.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Клипер: Парусник (sailboat) - More general term for sailing vessels.
  • Тример: Стригалка (clipper in grooming) - Informal synonym for hair tools.
• Antonyms:
  • For Клипер: Танкер (tanker) - Represents slower, bulkier ships.
  • For Тример: Ножницы (scissors) - A manual alternative, implying less efficiency in some contexts.

Related Phrases:

• Клипер из Китая - A clipper from China (refers to historical trade routes).
• Электрический тример - Electric clipper (common in modern grooming contexts).
• Морской клипер - Sea clipper (emphasizes nautical heritage).

Usage Notes:

"Clipper" in English has multiple meanings, and its Russian translations reflect this: "Клипер" is best for historical ship contexts, while "Тример" fits modern tools. Always consider the context when choosing; for example, in formal writing, use "Клипер" with proper declension to match the sentence structure. Be cautious with gender agreements, as both are masculine nouns. If discussing grooming, "Тример" is more colloquial and widely understood in urban settings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Клипер" for modern tools, e.g., saying "Я использовал клипер для волос" when meaning a hair clipper. Correct: Use "Тример" instead. Explanation: "Клипер" specifically refers to ships, leading to confusion; the correct phrase is "Тример для волос" to avoid misleading historical connotations.

• Error: Incorrect declension, e.g., saying "На клипер" instead of "На клипере" in prepositional case. Correct: "На клипере" (on the clipper). Explanation: Russian nouns require case agreement, and beginners often forget this, altering the sentence's grammatical accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

"Клипер" evokes Russia's maritime history, particularly its trade with Europe and Asia in the 19th century. These ships symbolize adventure and global connectivity, often romanticized in Russian literature and museums, such as those dedicated to naval history in St. Petersburg.

Related Concepts:

• Парусник (sailboat)
• Торговый корабль (merchant ship)
• Электробритва (electric razor)