Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Custard'

English Word: Custard

Key Russian Translations:

• Заварной крем [zɐvɐrˈnoj ˈkrʲem] - [Formal, Culinary Context]
• Крем [ˈkrʲem] - [General, Informal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in culinary contexts)

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for both translations)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Заварной крем: [zɐvɐrˈnoj ˈkrʲem]

Note on Заварной крем: Stress falls on the second syllable of "заварной" and the first syllable of "крем". The "р" sound is rolled.

Крем: [ˈkrʲem]

Note on Крем: A short, single-syllable word with a rolled "р" and a soft "е".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A sweet, creamy dessert or sauce (made from milk, eggs, and sugar)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Заварной крем - Specifically refers to a custard made by cooking ingredients together, often used in pastries or as a dessert topping.

Usage Examples:

• Я приготовил заварной крем для эклеров.

  I made custard for éclairs.

• Заварной крем нужно варить на медленном огне.

  Custard should be cooked over low heat.

• Этот заварной крем получился очень густым.

  This custard turned out very thick.

2. A general creamy substance or dessert topping

Translation(s) & Context:

• Крем - A broader term for cream or creamy dessert, not always specifying custard but often used in similar contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В этом торте используется сладкий крем.

  This cake uses a sweet cream (custard-like filling).

• Добавь крем к фруктам для десерта.

  Add cream (custard) to the fruit for dessert.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Заварной крем (Noun Phrase, Masculine):

Крем (Noun, Masculine):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for Заварной крем/Крем:

• Десертный крем (Dessert cream, broader term)
• Сливочный крем (Buttercream, similar but distinct)

Note: "Десертный крем" is more general, while "Сливочный крем" often implies a butter-based cream rather than egg-based custard.

Antonyms:

• None directly applicable (custard lacks a direct opposite in culinary terms)

Related Phrases:

• Заварной крем для торта - Custard for a cake (specific use in baking).
• Крем для десерта - Cream for dessert (general use in sweets).
• Готовить заварной крем - To prepare custard (common verb pairing).

Usage Notes:

• "Заварной крем" is the more precise translation for custard as it specifically refers to a cooked mixture of milk, eggs, and sugar, often used in pastries like éclairs or as a dessert base.
• "Крем" is a broader term and can refer to any creamy dessert or topping, so context is key when using this word.
• Use "Заварной крем" in formal recipes or culinary discussions, while "Крем" is acceptable in casual speech.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Крем" to specifically mean custard without context. This can lead to ambiguity as "Крем" can also mean lotion or other creams.
  Correct Usage: Specify with "Заварной крем" when referring to custard.
  Incorrect Example: Купи крем для торта. (Ambiguous - Buy cream for the cake.)
  Correct Example: Купи заварной крем для торта. (Clear - Buy custard for the cake.)
• Error: Mispronouncing "Заварной" by stressing the wrong syllable.
  Correct Usage: Stress the second syllable [zɐ-vɐr-ˈnoj].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian cuisine, "Заварной крем" is a staple in many desserts, especially in Soviet-era recipes for cakes and pastries like "Napoleon" (a layered cake). It holds nostalgic value for many Russians as it is associated with homemade treats and family gatherings.

Related Concepts:

• Торт (Cake)
• Десерт (Dessert)
• Эклер (Éclair)