Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dishwasher'

English Word: dishwasher

Key Russian Translations:

• посудомоечная машина [pɐsʊdəmɐˈjɛtɕnəjə mɐˈʂɨnə] - [Formal, Common noun for the appliance]
• мойщик посуды [ˈmojʂɨk pɐˈsudɨ] - [Informal, Used for a person who washes dishes]

Frequency: Medium (The term is commonly encountered in everyday contexts related to household appliances or jobs, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary in casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; involves understanding compound nouns and basic inflections. For 'мойщик посуды', it remains B1, but may feel slightly easier due to simpler structure.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

посудомоечная машина: [pɐsʊdəmɐˈjɛtɕnəjə mɐˈʂɨnə]

мойщик посуды: [ˈmojʂɨk pɐˈsudɨ]

Note on посудомоечная машина: The stress falls on the fourth syllable of 'посудомоечная' (mo-'jɛtɕnəjə), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft 'ч' sound; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A machine used for washing dishes (appliance)

Translation(s) & Context:

• посудомоечная машина - Used in formal and everyday contexts when referring to household electronics or kitchen appliances.

Usage Examples:

• Я загружаю посудомоечную машину каждый вечер. (I load the dishwasher every evening.)

  Translation: I load the dishwasher every evening. (This example shows the noun in a routine domestic context.)

• Посудомоечная машина в нашей кухне сломалась. (The dishwasher in our kitchen broke.)

  Translation: The dishwasher in our kitchen broke. (Illustrates use in a problem-solving scenario with genitive case.)

• Купить посудомоечную машину — это хорошее вложение. (Buying a dishwasher is a good investment.)

  Translation: Buying a dishwasher is a good investment. (Demonstrates use in a commercial or advisory context.)

• В новой модели посудомоечной машины есть функция экономии воды. (The new dishwasher model has a water-saving feature.)

  Translation: The new dishwasher model has a water-saving feature. (Shows adjective modification and technical description.)

• Посудомоечная машина работает тихо, не мешая беседе. (The dishwasher operates quietly, not interrupting the conversation.)

  Translation: The dishwasher operates quietly, not interrupting the conversation. (Highlights use in a social setting.)

Meaning 2: A person employed to wash dishes (job title)

Translation(s) & Context:

• мойщик посуды - Used in informal or professional contexts, often in restaurants or domestic help situations.

Usage Examples:

• В ресторане работает мойщик посуды на полставки. (In the restaurant, there's a dishwasher working part-time.)

  Translation: In the restaurant, there's a dishwasher working part-time. (This example places the term in an employment context.)

• Мойщик посуды должен быть внимательным к гигиене. (A dishwasher must be attentive to hygiene.)

  Translation: A dishwasher must be attentive to hygiene. (Illustrates use with adjectives in a job requirement scenario.)

• Она устроилась мойщиком посуды в кафе. (She got a job as a dishwasher in a cafe.)

  Translation: She got a job as a dishwasher in a cafe. (Shows use in a personal narrative.)

• Мойщик посуды в отеле зарабатывает мало. (The dishwasher in the hotel earns little.)

  Translation: The dishwasher in the hotel earns little. (Demonstrates use with locative contexts.)

• Без мойщика посуды ресторан не справится с наплывом гостей. (Without a dishwasher, the restaurant can't handle the rush of guests.)

  Translation: Without a dishwasher, the restaurant can't handle the rush of guests. (Highlights dependency in a high-pressure environment.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'посудомоечная машина' (a feminine noun phrase), it follows standard Russian noun inflections. 'Машина' is a first-declension feminine noun, while 'посудомоечная' is an adjective that agrees with it.

For 'мойщик посуды' (a masculine noun), it inflects as a standard masculine noun: e.g., Genitive: мойщика посуды. It is relatively regular with no major irregularities.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: стиральная машина для посуды (washing machine for dishes; more descriptive variant) – Used interchangeably in technical contexts.
• посудаомойка (a shortened, informal variant; common in casual speech).
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as this is a specific noun; however, related opposites might include 'русская печь' (Russian oven, implying manual methods).

Related Phrases:

• Загрузить посудомоечную машину - Load the dishwasher (Common in daily routines, referring to preparing the machine for a cycle).
• Починить мойщика посуды - Fix the dishwasher (Used when referring to repairs, especially for the person role, but adaptable).
• Посудомоечная машина с сушкой - Dishwasher with drying function (A phrase for appliance features, highlighting modern variants).

Usage Notes:

Choose 'посудомоечная машина' for the appliance to match formal English usage, as it's the most precise and common translation in Russian. For the person, 'мойщик посуды' is informal and gender-neutral but can be adjusted (e.g., 'мойщица посуды' for feminine). Be mindful of case agreements in sentences, as Russian requires adjectives and nouns to inflect together. This word is often used in urban or modern contexts, so it's less common in rural settings where manual washing prevails.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'посудомойка' incorrectly as a direct synonym without context. Correct: 'Посудомойка' is informal and may not convey the full meaning; use 'посудомоечная машина' for precision. Example of error: "Я имею посудомойка" (incorrect inflection); Correct: "У меня есть посудомоечная машина" – This mistakes the word for a simple noun without proper case.
• Error: Forgetting gender agreement, e.g., saying 'посудомоечный машина' (wrong gender). Correct: Always use feminine forms like 'посудомоечная машина'. Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case, which English speakers often overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'посудомоечная машина' symbolizes modern convenience in urban households, especially post-Soviet times when appliances became more accessible. However, in traditional or rural settings, manual dishwashing is still common, reflecting a cultural emphasis on frugality and hands-on living.

Related Concepts:

• холодильник (refrigerator)
• стиральная машина (washing machine)
• кухонная техника (kitchen appliances)