Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dresser'

English Word: dresser

Key Russian Translations:

• комод [kɐˈmod] - [Formal, Singular; Used in everyday contexts for furniture]
• гример [ˈɡrʲimʲɪr] - [Formal, Singular; Used in theatrical or professional contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in discussions about home furnishings, but less frequent in casual conversation compared to basic vocabulary like "стол" for table).

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner; Straightforward for English speakers due to basic noun structure, but requires understanding of Russian noun genders and cases).

Pronunciation (Russian):

комод: [kɐˈmod] (The "o" is pronounced as a short, open vowel, similar to "o" in "hot" in English).

Note on комод: Stress falls on the second syllable; be cautious with the soft "d" sound, which is palatalized in some dialects. For гример: [ˈɡrʲimʲɪr] (The initial "г" is a voiced velar fricative, like a softer "g" in "go").

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A piece of furniture with drawers, used for storing clothes or personal items.

Translation(s) & Context:

• комод - Used in formal or neutral contexts, such as describing bedroom furniture in Russian homes or stores.
• гример - Less common for this meaning; typically for professional makeup, but can metaphorically extend to personal storage in creative contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В спальне стоит большой комод для одежды. (V spal'ne stoit bol'shoj komod dlya odezhdy.)

  In the bedroom, there is a large dresser for clothes. (This example shows the word in a simple descriptive sentence, highlighting its use as a noun in a domestic setting.)

• Я купил новый комод, чтобы хранить свои вещи. (Ya kupil novyj komod, chtoby khranit svoi veshchi.)

  I bought a new dresser to store my things. (Demonstrates possessive use and everyday purchasing context.)

• Гример в театре использует комод для хранения грима. (Grimer v teatre ispol'zuyet komod dlya khraneniya grima.)

  The dresser in the theater uses a dresser to store makeup. (Illustrates a professional context where "dresser" might overlap with "гример", showing compound usage.)

• Дети любят играть у комода в гостиной. (Deti lyubyat igrat' u komoda v gostinoj.)

  Children like to play by the dresser in the living room. (Shows the word in a familial, informal setting with prepositional phrases.)

• В старом доме комод был сделан из дерева. (V starom dome komod byl sdelan iz dereva.)

  In the old house, the dresser was made of wood. (Highlights historical or descriptive usage, incorporating adjectives.)

Meaning 2: A person who dresses or styles others, such as a makeup artist or wardrobe assistant.

Translation(s) & Context:

• гример - Used specifically in theatrical, film, or fashion contexts for someone who applies makeup or costumes.

Usage Examples:

• Гример подготовил актера к спектаклю. (Grimer podgotovil aktora k spektaklyu.)

  The dresser prepared the actor for the performance. (This shows the word in a professional, action-oriented sentence.)

• В киноиндустрии гример работает с костюмами. (V kinoindustrii grimer rabotaet s kostyumami.)

  In the film industry, the dresser works with costumes. (Illustrates industry-specific usage.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "комод" and "гример" are masculine nouns in Russian. "Комод" follows the second declension pattern (for inanimate objects), while "гример" is a common noun that can inflect based on context.

Note: These are regular inflections; no irregularities for these words. For plural forms, use when referring to multiple items, e.g., "многие комоды" (many dressers).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • комод: платяной шкаф (a wardrobe cabinet; more formal for larger storage)
  • гример: стилист (stylist; broader term for fashion-related roles)
• Antonyms:
  • комод: None direct, but could contrast with "стол" (table; as a different type of furniture)
  • гример: декоратор (decorator; someone who focuses on sets rather than personal styling)

Related Phrases:

• Комод для белья (Komod dlya belya) - Dresser for underwear; used in contexts of organizing personal items.
• Гримерный стол (Grimernyj stol) - Dressing table; a common phrase in theater for a makeup station with a dresser.
• Покупка комода (Pokupka komoda) - Buying a dresser; refers to shopping for furniture, with a neutral connotation in everyday Russian.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "комод" directly corresponds to the furniture meaning of "dresser" and is preferred in neutral or formal contexts, while "гример" aligns with the professional sense. Be mindful of noun gender (both masculine) and case changes when constructing sentences. For English learners, choose "комод" for everyday items and "гример" for artistic settings; avoid direct word-for-word translation, as Russian often requires articles or prepositions that English omits.

• Grammar tip: Always decline the noun based on its role in the sentence, e.g., use genitive for possession like "в комода" (in the dresser).
• Context guidance: In informal speech, Russians might use "шкаф" (wardrobe) interchangeably if the dresser is part of larger storage, but "комод" is more precise for drawer-based units.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "комод" without proper case inflection, e.g., saying "на комод" instead of "на комоде" (on the dresser). Correct: "на комоде"; Explanation: Russian requires the prepositional case for locations, which English speakers often overlook.
• Error: Confusing "гример" with "стилист"; learners might use it too broadly. Correct: Use "гример" only for makeup/dressing roles; Explanation: "Стилист" is for general styling, so specify context to avoid ambiguity.
• Error: Forgetting gender agreement, e.g., using a feminine adjective with "комод" (which is masculine). Correct: "Большой комод" (not "Большая комод"); Explanation: Adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case, a key Russian grammar rule.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, a "комод" is a staple in traditional home furnishings, often seen in classic literature like Tolstoy's works, symbolizing domestic life and stability. "Гример" reflects the rich theatrical heritage in Russia, influenced by figures like Stanislavski, where dressing rooms are integral to performances, emphasizing the artistic and communal aspects of Russian theater.

Related Concepts:

• шкаф (wardrobe or cabinet)
• стол (table)
• мебель (furniture)
• актер (actor; related to "гример" in theatrical contexts)