Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'denture'

English Word: denture

Key Russian Translations:

• зубной протез [ˈzubnəj prɐˈtʲez] - [Formal, Medical]
• протез [prɐˈtʲez] - [General, Neutral]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in medical and everyday contexts)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

зубной протез: [ˈzubnəj prɐˈtʲez]

Note on зубной протез: Stress falls on the first syllable of "зубной" and the second syllable of "протез." The "з" is pronounced as a voiced sound.

протез: [prɐˈtʲez]

Note on протез: Stress is on the second syllable. The "т" is palatalized due to the following "е."

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Artificial teeth or dental prosthesis

Translation(s) & Context:

• зубной протез - Used in formal, medical, or technical contexts to specifically refer to a dental prosthesis.
• протез - A broader term for any prosthesis, often understood as dental in context but can refer to other prosthetic devices if not specified.

Usage Examples:

• Ему сделали новый зубной протез после аварии.

  They made him a new dental prosthesis after the accident.

• Зубной протез нужно регулярно чистить.

  A dental prosthesis needs to be cleaned regularly.

• У бабушки есть протез, который она носит каждый день.

  Grandma has a prosthesis that she wears every day.

• Этот протез выглядит очень естественно.

  This prosthesis looks very natural.

• Стоматолог посоветовал установить зубной протез.

  The dentist recommended installing a dental prosthesis.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

зубной протез (noun phrase, masculine):

протез (noun, masculine):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for зубной протез/протез:

• искусственные зубы (literally "artificial teeth," less formal)
• вставная челюсть (refers specifically to a full denture, colloquial)

Antonyms: None directly applicable, as "denture" refers to an artificial replacement with no direct opposite concept in common usage.

Related Phrases:

• носить зубной протез - to wear a dental prosthesis
• снимать протез - to remove a prosthesis
• уход за протезом - care for a prosthesis

Usage Notes:

• "Зубной протез" is the more specific and formal term, explicitly referring to a dental prosthesis. It is preferred in medical or professional settings.
• "Протез" alone can be ambiguous and might refer to any type of prosthesis (e.g., a leg or arm prosthesis). Context usually clarifies the meaning, but adding "зубной" ensures precision.
• Both terms are neutral in tone and can be used in polite conversation when discussing dental health.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "протез" without context and assuming it always means "denture."
  Wrong: У меня болит протез. (This could be misunderstood as a non-dental prosthesis hurting.)
  Correct: У меня болит зубной протез. (This specifies a dental prosthesis.)
  Explanation: Always clarify with "зубной" if the context isn't obvious.
• Error: Incorrect case usage in sentences.
  Wrong: Я купил протезу. (Incorrect dative form usage.)
  Correct: Я купил протез. (Accusative case for direct object.)
  Explanation: Pay attention to Russian case endings based on the sentence structure.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking cultures, discussing dental prostheses or health issues is generally considered a private matter, and it may be seen as impolite to bring up someone’s dentures in casual conversation unless the person initiates the topic. Older generations might use colloquial terms like "вставная челюсть" (insertable jaw) to refer to full dentures, which can carry a slightly humorous or outdated tone.

Related Concepts:

• стоматология (dentistry)
• зубы (teeth)
• имплантат (implant)