Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Dacron'

English Word: Dacron

Key Russian Translations:

• дакрон [ˈdakron] - [Formal, Technical]
• полиэстер [pəlʲɪˈɛstʲɪr] - [Formal, Widely Used]

Frequency: Low (Specialized term, mainly used in technical contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for both translations due to specific usage in technical or industrial contexts

Pronunciation (Russian):

дакрон: [ˈdakron]

Note on дакрон: Stress falls on the first syllable, similar to the English pronunciation.

полиэстер: [pəlʲɪˈɛstʲɪr]

Note on полиэстер: Stress on the third syllable; the "э" is pronounced as a clear "e".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Synthetic Fiber Material (Polyester)

Translation(s) & Context:

• дакрон - Often used in technical or branded contexts, referring specifically to the Dacron trademark.
• полиэстер - More general term for polyester fabric or material, widely understood in everyday and industrial contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Эта ткань сделана из дакрона, она очень прочная.

  This fabric is made of Dacron; it is very durable.

• Полиэстер часто используется для производства одежды.

  Polyester is often used for clothing production.

• Дакрон применяется в медицинских изделиях, например, в швах.

  Dacron is used in medical products, for example, in sutures.

• Полиэстеровые ткани легко стираются и не мнутся.

  Polyester fabrics are easy to wash and do not wrinkle.

• Этот материал содержит 50% полиэстера и 50% хлопка.

  This material contains 50% polyester and 50% cotton.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

дакрон (Masculine Noun):

полиэстер (Masculine Noun): Follows the same declension pattern as дакрон.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for полиэстер:

• лавсан (another term for polyester in Russian, often used in technical contexts)

Note: лавсан may refer to a specific type of polyester in certain contexts.

Antonyms: None applicable, as this is a material term without direct opposites.

Related Phrases:

• полиэстеровая ткань - Polyester fabric, commonly used in clothing descriptions.
• дакроновые нити - Dacron threads, often used in medical or technical contexts.
• материал из полиэстера - Material made of polyester, used in product specifications.

Usage Notes:

• "дакрон" is less common and typically tied to the specific brand name or technical use, while "полиэстер" is the standard term for the material in everyday Russian.
• Both terms are used in formal or technical contexts rather than casual conversation.
• When discussing clothing or general fabrics, "полиэстер" is the preferred and more widely recognized term.

Common Errors:

Error 1: English learners may incorrectly use "дакрон" in everyday contexts where "полиэстер" is more appropriate.

Incorrect: Эта рубашка из дакрона. (This shirt is made of Dacron.)

Correct: Эта рубашка из полиэстера. (This shirt is made of polyester.)

Explanation: "дакрон" is rarely used for clothing in Russian unless referring to a specific branded material.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking countries, polyester ("полиэстер") is often associated with affordable, durable, and easy-to-care-for fabrics. However, it may carry a slight negative connotation in some contexts as being less prestigious than natural fibers like cotton or wool.

Related Concepts:

• лавсан (another term for polyester)
• синтетическая ткань (synthetic fabric)
• нейлон (nylon, another synthetic material)