Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'corrugation'

English Word: corrugation

Key Russian Translations:

• Гофрирование [ɡəfrʲɪrəˈvanʲɪjə] - [Technical term, Formal]
• Рифление [rʲɪfˈlʲenʲɪjə] - [Technical or industrial context, Formal]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in specialized fields like engineering or manufacturing, not in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and Russian noun declensions. For "Гофрирование": B2; For "Рифление": B2)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Гофрирование: [ɡəfrʲɪrəˈvanʲɪjə]

Note on Гофрирование: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("va-"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the Russian-specific vowel reductions in unstressed positions.

Рифление: [rʲɪfˈlʲenʲɪjə]

Note on Рифление: The initial "р" is a rolled 'r', and the word has a soft 'л' sound, common in Russian but absent in English phonetics.

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Meanings and Usage:

The process of forming ridges, folds, or waves, often in materials like metal or paper.

Translation(s) & Context:

• Гофрирование - Used in industrial or engineering contexts, such as describing the corrugation of pipes or sheets (e.g., in manufacturing).
• Рифление - Applied in contexts involving surface texturing, like in optics or automotive parts, where a ridged pattern is created.

Usage Examples:

• В промышленности часто используют гофрирование для укрепления металлических листов.

  In industry, corrugation is often used to strengthen metal sheets.

• Рифление на поверхности трубы предотвращает скольжение и повышает безопасность.

  Rifling on the pipe's surface prevents slipping and improves safety.

• Гофрирование картона делает его более устойчивым к деформациям при транспортировке.

  Corrugation of cardboard makes it more resistant to deformation during transportation.

• Инженеры применяют рифление для создания текстуры в автомобильных деталях.

  Engineers use rifling to create texture in automotive parts.

• Процесс гофрирования позволяет увеличить жесткость материала без добавления веса.

  The corrugation process allows for increased material rigidity without adding weight.

A physical state or result of corrugating, such as ridges or folds in a surface.

Translation(s) & Context:

• Гофрирование - Refers to the final ridged state, common in descriptions of geography or products (e.g., corrugated iron).
• Рифление - Used for patterned surfaces, like in fabrics or tools, emphasizing functional texture.

Usage Examples:

• Гофрирование крыши дома защищает от дождя благодаря своим волнообразным формам.

  The corrugation of the house roof protects against rain due to its wave-like shapes.

• Рифление на рукоятке инструмента улучшает хват в мокрых условиях.

  The rifling on the tool handle improves grip in wet conditions.

• В ландшафтном дизайне гофрирование terrain создает естественные террасы.

  In landscape design, corrugation of the terrain creates natural terraces.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "Гофрирование" and "Рифление" are neuter nouns in Russian, following the standard patterns for nouns ending in -ение (a common suffix for processes or actions). They are typically indeclinable in modern usage but can show some variation in formal or literary contexts.

Note: These nouns are often used in singular form and do not change extensively, but in plural, they follow standard neuter patterns with irregularities based on context.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Складывание (skladyvaniye) - More general, for folding or creasing; differs by implying simpler bends rather than structured ridges.
  • Волнистость (volnistost') - Emphasizes wave-like patterns, often in natural contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • Выравнивание (vyravnivaniye) - Straightening or leveling, opposite in the context of surface modification.
  • Гладкость (gladkost') - Smoothness, contrasting with textured or ridged surfaces.

Related Phrases:

• Гофрированный металл - Corrugated metal; Used in construction for durable roofing materials.
• Рифленая поверхность - Rifled surface; Refers to textured finishes that enhance grip or functionality.
• Процесс гофрирования - The process of corrugation; Common in manufacturing descriptions.

Usage Notes:

"Corrugation" translates most accurately to "Гофрирование" in technical contexts, where it describes an industrial process, but "Рифление" may be preferred for surface texturing. Both are formal terms, so avoid in casual speech. When choosing between translations, consider the context: "Гофрирование" for structural folds and "Рифление" for functional patterns. Grammatically, these nouns require appropriate case agreement in Russian sentences, such as genitive for possession (e.g., "процесс гофрирования"). English speakers should note that Russian often pairs these with verbs like "применять" (to apply) for practical usage.

Common Errors:

• Confusing "Гофрирование" with "Гофра" (a related but simpler term for a single fold): Incorrect: "Гофра металла" (implies just one fold); Correct: "Гофрирование металла" for the full process. Explanation: "Гофра" is a noun for a specific ridge, while "Гофрирование" is the action or result.

• Using the wrong case in sentences: Incorrect: "Я видел гофрирование" (in a context requiring genitive); Correct: "Я видел процесс гофрирования". Explanation: Russian nouns must match the sentence structure, and beginners often overlook case endings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and industry, terms like "Гофрирование" are prominent in engineering and manufacturing heritage, influenced by Soviet-era innovations in materials science. For instance, corrugated designs were widely used in post-WWII construction, symbolizing practicality and resilience in Russian architecture.

Related Concepts:

• Складка
• Волна
• Текстура