Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'condenser'

English Word: condenser

Key Russian Translations:

• конденсер /kɐnˈdʲensʲɛr/ - [Technical, Formal]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical and scientific contexts, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

конденсер: /kɐnˈdʲensʲɛr/

Note on конденсер: The stress falls on the third syllable ('dʲensʲ'), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the palatalized 'dʲ' sound. Pronounce it with a soft, almost 'dy' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

A device or apparatus used to condense vapor into liquid, especially in physics, engineering, or refrigeration.

Translation(s) & Context:

• конденсер - Used in technical contexts like electronics or thermodynamics; formal and precise in scientific writing or discussions.

Usage Examples:

• В холодильнике установлен специальный конденсер для охлаждения газа.

  In the refrigerator, a special condenser is installed to cool the gas.

• Инженеры проверяют конденсер в системе кондиционирования воздуха.

  Engineers are checking the condenser in the air conditioning system.

• Конденсер в этом устройстве помогает преобразовать пар в жидкость эффективно.

  The condenser in this device helps to efficiently convert vapor into liquid.

• В лаборатории мы изучаем, как конденсер влияет на температуру пара.

  In the laboratory, we are studying how the condenser affects the vapor temperature.

• Без надёжного конденсера двигатель может перегреться во время работы.

  Without a reliable condenser, the engine may overheat during operation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Конденсер" is a masculine noun (мужской род) borrowed from English/French, and it follows the standard patterns of Russian third-declension nouns with some irregularities due to its foreign origin. It is invariable in the plural form in most contexts but changes in cases for singular forms.

Note: In technical contexts, the plural form is rarely used unless referring to multiple units.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • конденсатор (often interchangeable in electrical contexts; more common in electronics)
  • охлаждатель (cooler; used when emphasizing cooling function, with a slight nuance towards general heat exchange)
• Antonyms:
  • испаритель (evaporator; the opposite process in refrigeration systems)

Related Phrases:

• Конденсер пара - Condenser of vapor; used in steam engines or power plants.
• Электролитический конденсер - Electrolytic condenser; a specific type in electronics, with applications in circuit design.
• Система с конденсером - System with a condenser; refers to setups in refrigeration or air conditioning.

Usage Notes:

"Конденсер" directly corresponds to the English "condenser" in technical fields like physics and engineering, but it's more formal and less common in everyday Russian speech. Always use it in singular form unless specifying multiples. When choosing between "конденсер" and synonyms like "конденсатор," opt for "конденсер" in mechanical contexts and "конденсатор" for electrical ones. Be mindful of case endings in sentences, as Russian requires agreement with prepositions (e.g., в конденсере - in the condenser).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "конденсер" without proper declension, e.g., saying "в конденсер" instead of "в конденсере."
  Correct: в конденсере (prepositional case). Explanation: Russian nouns must change based on their role in the sentence; this mistake often occurs due to English's lack of cases.

• Error: Confusing it with "конденсатор" and using it interchangeably without context.
  Correct: Use "конденсер" for mechanical devices and "конденсатор" for capacitors. Explanation: While similar, they have distinct applications, leading to misunderstandings in technical discussions.

• Error: Pronouncing it as /kɐnˈdensɛr/ without the palatalized 'dʲ'.
  Correct: /kɐnˈdʲensʲɛr/. Explanation: The soft 'dʲ' is essential for native-like pronunciation; ignoring it can make the word sound unnatural or unclear.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian technical literature, "конденсер" reflects the influence of Western science, particularly from the 19th-century industrial revolution. It's a borrowed term, highlighting Russia's historical adoption of foreign engineering concepts, such as in the works of inventors like Pavel Schilling. No strong cultural connotations, but it's prevalent in educational contexts like engineering schools.

Related Concepts:

• радиатор
• компрессор
• теплообменник