Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dryer'

English Word: dryer

Key Russian Translations:

• сушилка [suˈʃilka] - [Informal, Common for household items]
• сушитель [suˈʃitʲelʲ] - [Formal, Often used in technical or professional contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Moderately used in everyday Russian, especially in contexts involving appliances, but not as ubiquitous as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: A2 (Elementary level; straightforward for beginners, but requires basic understanding of noun declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

сушилка: [suˈʃilka]

Note on сушилка: The stress falls on the second syllable ("ʃil"). Pay attention to the soft 'л' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers.

сушитель: [suˈʃitʲelʲ]

Note on сушитель: The ending 'тель' has a palatalized 'тʲ', making it sound softer; this is typical in Russian masculine nouns.

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Meanings and Usage:

A device for drying clothes, hair, or other items.

Translation(s) & Context:

• сушилка - Used in informal, everyday situations, such as home appliances (e.g., clothes dryer).
• сушитель - Applied in more formal or technical contexts, like industrial dryers or hair dryers in professional settings.

Usage Examples:

• Я загружаю мокрую одежду в сушилку после стирки.

  I load the wet clothes into the dryer after washing.

• В ванной комнате установлен электрический сушитель для полотенец.

  An electric dryer for towels is installed in the bathroom.

• Эта сушилка работает на таймере, чтобы сэкономить энергию.

  This dryer operates on a timer to save energy.

• Стильные сушители для волос популярны среди молодых людей в России.

  Stylish hair dryers are popular among young people in Russia.

• В промышленных цехах используются мощные сушители для обработки материалов.

  Powerful dryers are used in industrial workshops to process materials.

Figurative or extended meaning (e.g., drying process in general).

Translation(s) & Context:

• сушилка - In metaphorical contexts, such as drying fruits or grains, emphasizing everyday utility.

Usage Examples:

• Фермеры используют сушилку для яблок, чтобы сохранить урожай.

  Farmers use a dryer for apples to preserve the harvest.

• Сушитель воздуха помогает в борьбе с влажностью в подвале.

  The air dryer helps combat humidity in the basement.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "сушилка" (feminine noun, 1st declension) and "сушитель" (masculine noun, 2nd declension) follow standard Russian inflection patterns. "Сушилка" is a common noun that changes based on case and number, while "сушитель" has regular masculine endings.

Note: These are regular inflections; no irregularities are present, making them relatively easy for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: фен (fen - specifically for hair dryer), обогреватель (obogrevatel' - heater with drying function)
• Antonyms: увлажнитель (uvlazhnitel' - humidifier), which adds moisture instead of removing it

Related Phrases:

• Автоматическая сушилка - An automatic dryer; commonly used in modern households for convenience.
• Сушилка для волос - Hair dryer; a phrase often seen in beauty product descriptions.
• Портативный сушитель - Portable dryer; refers to compact, travel-sized versions.

Usage Notes:

The English word "dryer" most directly corresponds to "сушилка" in informal contexts, such as household appliances, while "сушитель" is preferred for formal or technical discussions. Be mindful of the context: in Russian, these words can imply specific types (e.g., clothes vs. hair). Grammatically, always decline the noun according to its case in a sentence. For learners, start with "сушилка" as it's more straightforward and commonly used in daily speech.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "сушка" (sushka, meaning dried snack or drying process) instead of "сушилка" for a machine. Correct: "сушилка" for devices; Explanation: "Сушка" refers to the act or result of drying, not the appliance, which can lead to confusion in appliance-related conversations.

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., saying "в сушилка" instead of "в сушилке". Correct: Use the correct prepositional case; Explanation: Russian requires nouns to agree in case, so always check the sentence structure to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, dryers like "сушилка" are less common in households compared to many Western countries due to the climate and traditional air-drying methods. However, with urbanization, electric dryers are gaining popularity, especially in apartments without outdoor space, reflecting a blend of modern convenience and cultural adaptation.

Related Concepts:

• стиральная машина (washing machine)
• утюг (iron)
• вентилятор (fan)