Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Concentric'

English Word: concentric

Key Russian Translations:

• концентрический [ˌkontsɛnˈtrʲitɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (often used in technical, scientific, or mathematical contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate - due to specific usage in formal or specialized contexts)

Pronunciation (Russian):

концентрический: [ˌkontsɛnˈtrʲitɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on концентрический: Stress falls on the third syllable ("tri"). The soft "ч" sound and rolled "р" may be challenging for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Having a common center (as in geometry or design)

Translation(s) & Context:

• концентрический - Used in mathematical, scientific, or architectural contexts to describe circles or shapes sharing the same center.

Usage Examples:

• Концентрические круги видны на поверхности воды после падения камня.

  Concentric circles are visible on the water's surface after a stone falls.

• Архитектор создал концентрический дизайн для нового здания.

  The architect created a concentric design for the new building.

• Эти концентрические линии помогают определить центр фигуры.

  These concentric lines help determine the center of the figure.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

концентрический is an adjective in Russian. It follows standard adjective declension rules based on gender, number, and case.

Note: Only key cases are shown above for brevity. The adjective agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• соосный (coaxial - used in more technical contexts)

Note: "соосный" is often used in engineering to describe alignment along the same axis, slightly overlapping with "концентрический."

Antonyms:

• эксцентрический (eccentric - opposite in meaning, referring to off-center)

Related Phrases:

• концентрические круги - Concentric circles (common in descriptions of waves or patterns).
• концентрическая структура - Concentric structure (used in architecture or geology).

Usage Notes:

• The Russian term "концентрический" is primarily used in formal, technical, or academic contexts. It is not commonly used in everyday speech.
• Unlike the English "concentric," which might occasionally appear in metaphorical contexts, the Russian equivalent is almost exclusively literal and tied to physical or geometric descriptions.
• Ensure agreement with the noun in gender, number, and case when using "концентрический" as an adjective.

Common Errors:

• Error: Failing to adjust the adjective ending based on the noun's gender or case (e.g., incorrectly saying "концентрический круг" as "концентрическая круг"). Correction: Use "концентрический" for masculine nouns like "круг" (circle).
• Error: Using "концентрический" in non-technical contexts where a simpler term or description would suffice. Explanation: Native speakers rarely use this word outside specialized discussions; overusing it can sound unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

The term "концентрический" does not carry significant cultural connotations in Russian. However, its usage is often associated with Soviet-era scientific and educational texts, where precise geometric and technical language was emphasized. Understanding this context can help learners appreciate its formal tone.

Related Concepts:

• эксцентрический (eccentric)
• геометрия (geometry)
• круг (circle)