Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'elongation'

English Word: elongation

Key Russian Translations:

• удлинение [ʊd.lʲiˈnʲe.nʲe] - [Formal, used in scientific or technical contexts]
• элонгация [ɛ.lɔn.ɡaˈtsɨ.ja] - [Technical, specifically in astronomy or physics]

Frequency: Low (primarily used in specialized fields like science; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 for удлинение (Intermediate, as it involves basic noun inflections); C1 for элонгация (Advanced, due to its borrowed status and technical usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

удлинение: [ʊd.lʲiˈnʲe.nʲe]

Note on удлинение: The stress falls on the third syllable ("nʲe"), which is a common feature in Russian nouns ending in -ение. Pay attention to the palatalized 'л' sound.

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элонгация: [ɛ.lɔn.ɡaˈtsɨ.ja]

Note on элонгация: This is a borrowed word from Latin/Greek via English, so pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech; the 'г' is soft and aspirated.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: The act or process of making something longer, such as in biology or material science.

Translation(s) & Context:

• удлинение - Used in formal scientific writing or discussions about physical extension, e.g., in biology for cell growth.

Usage Examples:

• Процесс удлинения волокон играет ключевую роль в текстильной промышленности.

  The process of elongation of fibers plays a key role in the textile industry.

• Удлинение мышц во время упражнений помогает предотвратить травмы.

  Elongation of muscles during exercises helps prevent injuries.

• В эксперименте мы измерили удлинение металлической пружины под нагрузкой.

  In the experiment, we measured the elongation of the metal spring under load.

• Удлинение корней растений способствует лучшему поглощению воды.

  Elongation of plant roots promotes better water absorption.

Meaning 2: In astronomy, the angular distance of a celestial body from the sun as seen from Earth.

Translation(s) & Context:

• элонгация - Used exclusively in technical or astronomical contexts, often in professional or academic settings.

Usage Examples:

• Элонгация Венеры достигает максимума во время её вечерней видимости.

  The elongation of Venus reaches its maximum during its evening visibility.

• Астрономы изучают элонгацию комет для предсказания их траекторий.

  Astronomers study the elongation of comets to predict their trajectories.

• Во время элонгации Марса планета становится ярче в ночном небе.

  During the elongation of Mars, the planet becomes brighter in the night sky.

• Элонгация Луны варьируется в зависимости от её фаз.

  The elongation of the Moon varies depending on its phases.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are nouns. "Удлинение" is a neuter noun (2nd declension), which follows regular Russian noun patterns with inflections for case and number. "Элонгация" is also a feminine noun (1st declension) but is less commonly inflected due to its technical nature.

Note: These follow standard patterns, but in technical contexts, plural forms are rare for both.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • протяжение (protyazheniye) - More general term for extension, often used interchangeably in non-technical contexts.
  • растяжение (rastjazheniye) - Emphasizes stretching, with subtle differences in implying force.
• Antonyms:
  • сокращение (sokrashcheniye) - Contraction or shortening.
  • сжатие (szhatie) - Compression, particularly in physical sciences.

Related Phrases:

• максимальная элонгация - Maximum elongation; used in astronomy to describe peak angular separation.
• линейное удлинение - Linear elongation; refers to extension in a straight line, common in engineering.
• процесс удлинения - Process of elongation; a phrase for describing ongoing lengthening in scientific contexts.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "удлинение" is the more versatile translation for general elongation, aligning closely with everyday English usage in fields like biology or materials science. It should be used in formal writing but avoided in casual speech. "Элонгация" is a direct borrowing and is reserved for astronomical contexts, making it less flexible. When choosing between translations, consider the domain: opt for "удлинение" for physical processes and "элонгация" for celestial observations. Grammatically, both nouns require agreement in gender, number, and case with accompanying words, which can be tricky for English learners due to Russian's complex declension system.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "удлинение" with "растяжение" by using them interchangeably, but "растяжение" implies forced stretching (e.g., injury-related), whereas "удлинение" is neutral. Incorrect: "Растяжение мышц во время бега" (if no force is implied). Correct: "Удлинение мышц во время бега". Explanation: Always check the context for implied force to avoid this mix-up.

• Another error is failing to inflect properly, such as using the nominative form in all cases (e.g., "измерение удлинение" instead of "измерение удлинения"). Correct usage: "измерение удлинения". Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so practice declensions to master this.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian scientific literature, terms like "элонгация" reflect the influence of Western astronomy, stemming from historical exchanges during the Soviet era. This highlights Russia's strong tradition in space exploration, where such terms are prevalent in educational and professional settings, fostering a cultural appreciation for precise scientific language.

Related Concepts:

• контракция (kontraktziya)
• деформация (deformatsiya)
• угол зрения (ugol zreniya)