Russian Translation(s) & Details for '{{distillation}}'

English Word: {{distillation}}

Key Russian Translations:

• дистилляция [dʲɪstʲɪˈlatsɨə] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in scientific and industrial contexts, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary, as per CEFR standards)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дистилляция: [dʲɪstʲɪˈlatsɨə]

Note on дистилляция: The stress falls on the fourth syllable (-la-), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the palatalized 'd' sound (dʲ). Pronounce it with a soft, almost 'j'-like quality at the beginning.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling to separate components based on boiling points (e.g., in chemistry or alcohol production).

Translation(s) & Context:

• дистилляция - Used in formal, scientific, or technical contexts, such as laboratory settings or industrial processes.

Usage Examples:

• В лаборатории мы проводим дистилляцию воды для удаления примесей.

  In the laboratory, we perform distillation of water to remove impurities.

• Дистилляция спирта является ключевым шагом в производстве водки.

  Distillation of alcohol is a key step in vodka production.

• Процесс дистилляции требует точного контроля температуры и давления.

  The distillation process requires precise control of temperature and pressure.

• В химии дистилляция используется для разделения смесей летучих веществ.

  In chemistry, distillation is used to separate mixtures of volatile substances.

Meaning 2: Metaphorical use, referring to the extraction or refinement of the essential parts of something (e.g., ideas or essence).

Translation(s) & Context:

• дистилляция - Used in informal or literary contexts to describe abstraction or simplification, though less common than in technical settings.

Usage Examples:

• Его речь была дистилляцией основных идей философии.

  His speech was a distillation of the main ideas of philosophy.

• Дистилляция опыта помогает в принятии решений.

  Distillation of experience helps in decision-making.

• В литературе дистилляция эмоций приводит к более глубокому пониманию.

  In literature, distillation of emotions leads to a deeper understanding.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

дистилляция is a feminine noun (feminine gender in Russian). It follows the standard first declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -я. There are no irregularities, but it inflects based on case and number as shown below:

Note: This noun does not change in the plural for all cases, which is typical for many abstract or technical terms in Russian.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • ректификация (rektifikatsiya) - Often used interchangeably in industrial contexts, with a slight emphasis on purification.
  • очистка (ochistka) - More general term for purification, less specific to heating processes.
• Antonyms:
  • загрязнение (zagryazneniye) - Refers to contamination or pollution, opposite in the context of purification.
  • смесь (smes') - Mixture, as opposed to the separation achieved through distillation.

Related Phrases:

• Процесс дистилляции - The process of distillation; used in technical descriptions.
• Двойная дистилляция - Double distillation; refers to a refined purification method in chemistry.
• Дистилляция эфирных масел - Distillation of essential oils; common in aromatherapy contexts.

Usage Notes:

While "distillation" directly translates to "дистилляция" in Russian, it's primarily used in scientific or technical fields. English speakers should note that Russian often requires the appropriate case for the noun based on its role in the sentence (e.g., genitive for possession). For metaphorical uses, "дистилляция" might sound overly formal; consider alternatives like "экстракт" (extract) in casual contexts. Always pair it with verbs like "проводить" (to perform) for processes to ensure natural flow.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "дистиляция" without the correct case, e.g., saying "Я видел дистилляция" instead of "Я видел дистилляцию" (accusative case for direct object).

  Correct: Я видел дистилляцию. Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case with their grammatical function; here, it's the object of "видел".

• Error: Confusing it with "дистилят" (distillate, the product), e.g., using "дистилляция" to mean the output rather than the process.

  Correct: Use "дистилят" for the result. Explanation: "Дистилляция" is the action, while "дистилят" is the noun for the purified substance, helping avoid ambiguity.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, distillation is historically linked to the production of vodka, a national symbol. The process, often called "дистилляция", played a key role in traditional distilling practices, reflecting Russia's long history of craftsmanship in spirits. This cultural connotation can add depth when discussing technical topics in social or historical contexts.

Related Concepts:

• ректификация
• фильтрация
• эфирные масла