Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dollar'

English Word: dollar

Key Russian Translations:

• доллар /ˈdɐlər/ - [Formal; used in financial and everyday contexts]

Frequency: High (commonly used in conversations about currency, economics, and international trade)

Difficulty: A1 (beginner level, as it is a straightforward loanword with minimal inflection)

Pronunciation (Russian):

доллар: /ˈdɐlər/

Note on доллар: The stress is on the first syllable (/ˈdɐ/), and the 'р' is a lightly rolled alveolar trill. Pronunciation is relatively consistent across Russian dialects, but in faster speech, the vowel in the second syllable may reduce to a schwa-like sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

The unit of currency, especially the US dollar

Translation(s) & Context:

• доллар - Used in formal and informal contexts when referring to the US dollar or dollars in general, such as in banking, shopping, or international exchanges.

Usage Examples:

• Я обменял евро на доллары в банке. (Ya obmenyal evro na dollarы v banke.)

  I exchanged euros for dollars at the bank. (This example shows the word in a financial transaction context.)

• Эта куртка стоит 50 долларов. (Eta kurtka stoit 50 dollarov.)

  This jacket costs 50 dollars. (Illustrates use in everyday shopping scenarios.)

• Доллар укрепился по отношению к рублю. (Dollar ukreplilsya po otnosheniyu k rublyu.)

  The dollar strengthened against the ruble. (Demonstrates usage in economic or news-related discussions.)

• В США доллар является основной валютой. (V SShA dollar yavlyayetsya osnovnoy valyutoy.)

  In the USA, the dollar is the primary currency. (Shows the word in a descriptive, factual context.)

• Он заработал тысячи долларов за год. (On zarabotan tysyachi dollarov za god.)

  He earned thousands of dollars in a year. (Highlights plural usage in personal finance narratives.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Доллар" is a masculine noun (from the second declension in Russian). It follows standard noun inflection patterns for case and number. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: The plural form is used for multiple units, and inflections are regular, making it straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • бак (bak) - Informal slang for dollar, often used in casual conversations.
  • грин (grin) - Another informal term, derived from "greenback," with a slightly outdated connotation.
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as "доллар" is a specific currency name. However, in economic contexts, it might contrast with other currencies like рубль (rubly - ruble).

Related Phrases:

• Американский доллар (Amerikanskiy dollar) - Meaning: The US dollar; used when specifying the origin in international finance.
• Долларовый обмен (Dollarovyy obmen) - Meaning: Dollar exchange; refers to currency conversion services.
• Курс доллара (Kurs dollara) - Meaning: Dollar exchange rate; common in financial news and daily transactions.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "доллар" directly corresponds to the English "dollar," particularly the US dollar, and is widely used without modification. It is neutral in tone and can appear in both formal (e.g., official documents) and informal settings (e.g., casual talk). Always use the appropriate case based on sentence structure; for instance, in prepositional phrases, it becomes "в долларах" (v dollarakh - in dollars). When multiple translations exist, like slang terms, choose based on context: "бак" for everyday informality versus "доллар" for precision.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the word without proper inflection, e.g., saying "в доллар" instead of "в долларе" (in the dollar).

  Correct: в долларе (v dollarE) - Explanation: Russian requires the prepositional case; the incorrect form sounds unnatural and may confuse native speakers.

• Error: Confusing with other currencies, e.g., using "доллар" when meaning "евро" (euro).

  Correct: Ensure context specifies the currency; for example, say "американский доллар" if needed. Explanation: This mix-up is common for beginners but can lead to misunderstandings in financial discussions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, "доллар" often symbolizes economic stability or international influence due to the US dollar's role as a global reserve currency. Historically, during the Soviet era, dollars were associated with black market activities, and even today, they are preferred in informal transactions for their perceived reliability, reflecting Russia's complex relationship with Western economies.

Related Concepts:

• рубль (rubly)
• евро (evro)
• валюта (valyuta)