Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'coaming'

English Word: coaming

Key Russian Translations:

• коаминг [koˈæmɪŋ] - [Technical, Nautical]
• бортовой коаминг [bɐrˈtovɨj koˈæmɪŋ] - [Formal, Specialized, Used in detailed maritime descriptions]

Frequency: Low (This term is rarely used in everyday Russian conversation; it is primarily confined to nautical or technical contexts.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with specialized vocabulary, as per CEFR standards. For 'коаминг', it may be more challenging for beginners due to its domain-specific nature.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

коаминг: [koˈæmɪŋ]

бортовой коаминг: [bɐrˈtovɨj koˈæmɪŋ]

Note on коаминг: The stress falls on the second syllable ('æm'), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the Russian vowel shifts; pronounce it with a clear 'o' sound at the start, similar to "coat" in English.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: The raised frame or border around a hatchway or opening on a ship, designed to prevent water from entering.

Translation(s) & Context:

• коаминг - Used in technical or nautical discussions, such as ship design or safety protocols, to refer to structural elements on vessels.
• бортовой коаминг - Applied in more formal or engineering contexts, emphasizing the side-mounted aspect of the structure.

Usage Examples:

• Коаминг на палубе корабля был поврежден во время шторма.

  The coaming on the ship's deck was damaged during the storm.

• Моряки укрепили бортовой коаминг, чтобы избежать затопления каюты.

  The sailors reinforced the side coaming to prevent the cabin from flooding.

• В инструкции по эксплуатации указано, как правильно установить коаминг на яхте.

  The operation manual specifies how to properly install the coaming on a yacht.

• Без надежного коаминга вода могла бы проникнуть в трюм во время плавания.

  Without a reliable coaming, water could enter the hold during sailing.

• Инженеры спроектировали бортовой коаминг с учетом экстремальных погодных условий.

  The engineers designed the side coaming with extreme weather conditions in mind.

Meaning 2: In a broader sense, any raised edge or border used in engineering or construction to contain liquids or materials.

Translation(s) & Context:

• коаминг - Occasionally used metaphorically in industrial contexts, such as in machinery or construction, but less common than in nautical settings.

Usage Examples:

• В этом бассейне коаминг предотвращает перелив воды.

  In this pool, the coaming prevents water from overflowing.

• Установленный коаминг на конвейере защищает от утечки материалов.

  The installed coaming on the conveyor protects against material leakage.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Коаминг" is a masculine noun in Russian, typically borrowed from English and used in technical contexts. It follows standard masculine noun patterns with some irregularities due to its foreign origin.

For "бортовой коаминг", it is a compound noun and inflects similarly, with "бортовой" (adjective) changing as a standard hard-stem adjective: e.g., Nominative: бортовой коаминг; Genitive: бортового коаминга.

Note: This word does not have verbal inflections as it is a noun. It remains relatively unchanged in informal use but follows full declension in formal writing.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • бортик (bortik) - A general term for a small border or edge, often used interchangeably in non-technical contexts.
  • фальшборт (fal'sh bort) - Specifically for ship structures, with a slight nuance of being a false or protective board.
• Antonyms:
  • открытый край (otkrytyj kray) - Open edge, implying no barrier or protection.

Related Phrases:

• коаминг палубы (coaming of the deck) - Refers to the structural element on a ship's deck; used in safety inspections.
• бортовой коаминг яхты (side coaming of a yacht) - A phrase for yacht design, emphasizing protective features.
• установка коаминга (installation of coaming) - Common in engineering manuals for setting up barriers.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "коаминг" directly corresponds to the English "coaming" in nautical contexts, but it's a loanword primarily used in technical literature. English speakers should note that it's formal and specialized; in everyday conversation, Russians might use simpler synonyms like "бортик" for clarity. When choosing between translations, opt for "бортовой коаминг" if the context involves side structures. Grammatically, it requires proper declension based on case, as in prepositional phrases (e.g., "на коаминге" for "on the coaming"). Avoid using it in non-technical settings to prevent confusion.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misdeclining the noun, e.g., saying "коамингa" instead of "коаминга" in genitive case. Correct: Use proper declension as shown in the inflections table. Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case, and beginners often forget this with borrowed words.

• Error: Confusing it with "роумин" (roaming, as in mobile data). Correct: "Коаминг" (coaming) vs. "роумин" (roaming). Explanation: The similarity in spelling can lead to mix-ups; always context-check the word in nautical discussions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like "коаминг" reflect the historical importance of seafaring and shipbuilding in Russia's naval tradition, dating back to the age of Peter the Great. It symbolizes practical engineering solutions in harsh maritime environments, often highlighted in literature and media about exploration, such as in stories of the Russian fleet.

Related Concepts:

• фальшборт
• палуба
• люк
• яхта