Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Detachable'

English Word: detachable

Key Russian Translations:

• съёмный [ˈsʲjomnɨj] - [Formal, Often used for removable parts]
• отсоединяемый [ˌʌtsəɪdʲɪˈnʲaɪmɨj] - [Technical, Used in contexts of disconnection]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "съёмный"; B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for "отсоединяемый"

Pronunciation (Russian):

съёмный: [ˈsʲjomnɨj]

Note on съёмный: Stress falls on the first syllable. The "ё" is pronounced as "yo".

отсоединяемый: [ˌʌtsəɪdʲɪˈnʲaɪmɨj]

Note on отсоединяемый: Stress on the fourth syllable. Complex consonant clusters may be challenging.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Able to be removed or separated (physical objects):

Translation(s) & Context:

• съёмный - Commonly used for parts or components that can be taken off (e.g., a detachable collar).

Usage Examples:

• У этой куртки съёмный капюшон.

  This jacket has a detachable hood.

• Съёмная крышка облегчает доступ к механизму.

  The detachable cover makes access to the mechanism easier.

• Мне нужен съёмный чехол для телефона.

  I need a detachable phone case.

2. Able to be disconnected (technical or abstract):

Translation(s) & Context:

• отсоединяемый - Used in technical contexts or for abstract separation (e.g., detachable cables or concepts).

Usage Examples:

• Этот кабель отсоединяемый для удобства хранения.

  This cable is detachable for easy storage.

• Отсоединяемый модуль можно заменить отдельно.

  The detachable module can be replaced separately.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

съёмный (Adjective): Follows standard adjective declension in Russian based on gender, number, and case.

Case	Masculine	Feminine	Neuter	Plural
Nominative	съёмный	съёмная	съёмное	съёмные
Genitive	съёмного	съёмной	съёмного	съёмных

отсоединяемый (Adjective): Also follows standard adjective declension, though less commonly used in spoken language.

Note: Both adjectives agree with the noun they modify in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for съёмный:

• съемный (alternative spelling)
• разборный (used for assembled/disassembled items)

Note: "разборный" implies something that can be taken apart into pieces, slightly broader than "съёмный".

Antonyms for съёмный:

• несъёмный (non-detachable)
• фиксированный (fixed)

Related Phrases:

• съёмная деталь - detachable part (used in mechanical contexts)
• съёмный протез - detachable prosthesis (medical context)
• отсоединяемый элемент - detachable element (technical term)

Usage Notes:

• "съёмный" is the more common and versatile term for everyday use, especially for physical objects like clothing or accessories.
• "отсоединяемый" is more technical and often appears in manuals or specialized contexts, such as electronics or machinery.
• Be mindful of adjective agreement with nouns in Russian sentences, as both terms must match the gender, number, and case of the noun they describe.

Common Errors:

Error 1: Using "отсоединяемый" in casual conversation for everyday objects.

Incorrect: У меня отсоединяемый воротник. (Sounds overly technical)

Correct: У меня съёмный воротник. (Natural and appropriate)

Explanation: "отсоединяемый" is too formal for non-technical contexts; "съёмный" is the better choice for everyday speech.

Error 2: Incorrect adjective agreement.

Incorrect: Съёмный крышка (Masculine form with feminine noun)

Correct: Съёмная крышка (Feminine form)

Explanation: Adjectives in Russian must agree with the noun in gender, number, and case.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, the concept of detachable items often appears in discussions of practicality and functionality, especially in Soviet-era design where modularity was valued (e.g., detachable parts in machinery or furniture). Using "съёмный" can evoke a sense of utility and resourcefulness in certain contexts.

Related Concepts:

• разъёмный (separable, often used for connections)
• модульный (modular, related to detachable components in design)
• сборный (assembled, related to detachable structures)