Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'fitting'

English Word: fitting

Key Russian Translations:

• подходящий [pɐdˈxodʲəʂɕɪj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• соответствующий [səɐtʲɪsʲtʲvʊˈjuʂɕɪj] - [Informal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in everyday conversations and written contexts, but not as ubiquitous as basic vocabulary).

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; learners at this level can grasp it with practice, as it involves understanding adjective declensions, but it's not overly complex for CEFR intermediate users).

Pronunciation (Russian):

подходящий: [pɐdˈxodʲəʂɕɪj]

соответствующий: [səɐtʲɪsʲtʲvʊˈjuʂɕɪj]

Note on подходящий: The stress falls on the second syllable ("xod"), and the "щ" sound (like "shch") can be tricky for English speakers—practice it as a sharp, combined "sh" and "ch". Variations in regional accents may soften the consonants.

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Meanings and Usage:

As an adjective meaning 'suitable' or 'appropriate'

Translation(s) & Context:

• подходящий - Used in formal contexts to describe something that fits well, such as clothing or situations (e.g., in professional or everyday scenarios).
• соответствующий - Applied in informal or technical contexts where exact matching is implied, like in descriptions or comparisons.

Usage Examples:

• Это платье очень подходящее для вечернего мероприятия.

  This dress is very fitting for an evening event.

• Подходящий кандидат был выбран для этой позиции.

  The fitting candidate was selected for this position.

• В этом климате соответствующий костюм необходим для комфорта.

  In this climate, a fitting outfit is necessary for comfort.

• Подходящий момент для разговора наступил только вечером.

  The fitting moment for the conversation came only in the evening.

• Соответствующий инструмент делает работу более эффективной.

  The fitting tool makes the work more efficient.

As a noun meaning 'a part that fits into something' (e.g., in machinery or plumbing)

Translation(s) & Context:

• фитинг - Used in technical or engineering contexts for mechanical parts (e.g., in industrial settings).

Usage Examples:

• Этот фитинг идеально подходит для трубопровода.

  This fitting is perfect for the pipeline.

• В комплекте есть несколько фитингов для сборки мебели.

  The kit includes several fittings for assembling the furniture.

• Фитинг был поврежден, поэтому пришлось заменить его.

  The fitting was damaged, so it had to be replaced.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For adjectives like "подходящий" and "соответствующий", these words decline based on gender, number, and case in Russian. They follow the standard adjective declension patterns.

For the noun "фитинг", it is typically indeclinable in modern Russian, especially as a borrowed term, meaning it remains the same in all cases: фитинг (Nom.), фитина (rarely, but generally unchanged).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • подходящий: подходящий, подходящий вариант (suitable option; often interchangeable in casual contexts)
  • соответствующий: подходящий, соответствующий (suitable; slight nuance: "соответствующий" implies more precise matching)
• Antonyms:
  • неподходящий (unsuitable)
  • несоответствующий (inappropriate)

Related Phrases:

• Подходящий момент - A fitting moment (used to describe the right time for an action, often in planning or timing contexts).
• Соответствующий уровень - Fitting level (refers to appropriate skill or rank, e.g., in education or jobs).
• Фитинг для системы - Fitting for the system (common in technical discussions about components).

Usage Notes:

"Fitting" as an adjective translates most accurately to "подходящий" in formal English-Russian contexts, emphasizing suitability without implying perfection. Choose "соответствующий" when precision or compliance is key, such as in legal or technical scenarios. Be mindful of Russian adjective agreement: always decline based on the noun's gender, number, and case. For example, it's more common in spoken Russian to use simpler synonyms in informal speech to avoid complex declensions.

Common Errors:

• English learners often forget to decline adjectives, e.g., saying "хороший дом" instead of "хорошего дома" in genitive case. For "fitting," a common mistake is using "подходящий" without changing it, like "в подходящий доме" (incorrect) instead of "в подходящем доме" (correct in prepositional case). Explanation: Russian requires agreement, so always check the noun's case.

• Confusing "подходящий" with "соответствующий" in contexts where one implies exact fit (e.g., using "подходящий" for a precise mechanical part, which might understate the accuracy). Correct usage: Opt for "фитинг" for nouns to avoid this.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "подходящий" often carry a pragmatic connotation, reflecting the value placed on practicality in daily life, such as in Soviet-era engineering where "fitting" parts were essential for resourcefulness. This can highlight Russia's historical emphasis on functionality over aesthetics in certain contexts.

Related Concepts:

• подходящий вариант
• соответствие
• адаптация