Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'flasket'

English Word: flasket

Key Russian Translations:

• корзинка [kɐrˈzʲinkə] - [Informal, Singular]
• корзина [kɐrˈzʲinə] - [Formal, Plural or General Use]

Frequency: Low (This word and its translations are not commonly used in everyday modern Russian; more relevant in literary or historical contexts.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1 level on CEFR scale; involves basic noun inflections, but requires understanding of Russian gender and case systems. For 'корзинка', difficulty is B1; for 'корзина', it remains B1.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

корзинка: [kɐrˈzʲinkə]

корзина: [kɐrˈzʲinə]

Note on корзинка: The 'зʲ' sound is a palatalized 'z', which can be challenging for English speakers; it's softer than in English. Pronounce it like "kar-ZEEN-ka" with a quick, light 'z'.

Note on корзина: Similar to корзинка, but the ending 'a' softens the word; stress on the second syllable.

Audio: []

Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A small basket or container, often used for carrying items (Primary meaning in English)

Translation(s) & Context:

• корзинка - Used in informal, everyday contexts, such as shopping or home settings, to refer to a small, handheld basket.
• корзина - Used in more formal or general contexts, like describing larger baskets or in idiomatic expressions.

Usage Examples:

• Я купил корзинку для пикника.

  I bought a small basket for the picnic.

• Дети собрали ягоды в корзинке на даче.

  The children collected berries in the basket at the dacha.

• В магазине продают плетёные корзины разных размеров.

  The store sells woven baskets of various sizes.

• Она несла корзинку с цветами на рынке.

  She was carrying a basket with flowers at the market.

• Корзина в кухне всегда полна фруктов.

  The basket in the kitchen is always full of fruits.

Meaning 2: Figurative or archaic use, e.g., a receptacle in a metaphorical sense (Less common in English)

Translation(s) & Context:

• корзина - In metaphorical contexts, such as "waste basket" in digital terms, like email trash.

Usage Examples:

• Я отправил письмо в корзину.

  I sent the email to the trash bin.

• Его идеи ушли в корзину идей.

  His ideas went into the idea basket (metaphor for discarded thoughts).

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'корзинка' and 'корзина' are feminine nouns in Russian, which means they follow the standard feminine declension patterns. 'Корзинка' is a diminutive form, often used for smaller or endearing objects, while 'корзина' is the standard form.

Note: 'Корзинка' does not change irregularly and follows the same pattern as other feminine nouns ending in -ка. For 'корзина', the plural forms are standard.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: корзина (similar but more general), коробка (box, for container-like uses), плетёнка (woven one)
• Explanation: 'Корзина' is a close synonym but implies a larger size; use 'коробка' for rigid containers.
• Antonyms: мусорное ведро (trash can, implying opposition in function)

Related Phrases:

• Плетёная корзинка - A woven basket; used for describing handmade or traditional items.
• Корзина для покупок - Shopping basket; common in retail contexts.
• Корзина идей - Basket of ideas; a metaphorical phrase for brainstorming sessions.

Usage Notes:

The English word 'flasket' is archaic or dialectal, often meaning a small flask or basket, which corresponds closely to 'корзинка' in Russian. Choose 'корзинка' for informal, diminutive contexts (e.g., with children or small items), and 'корзина' for formal or plural uses. Be mindful of Russian's case system; for example, use the genitive case after prepositions like 'в' (in). This word is more common in spoken Russian than written, and it's neutral in terms of register, though 'корзина' can appear in business or technical descriptions.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the nominative form in all contexts, e.g., saying "Я иду с корзинка" instead of "Я иду с корзинкой".

  Correct: "Я иду с корзинкой" (instrumental case). Explanation: Russian requires case agreement; learners often forget to change endings based on sentence structure.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like 'коробка', leading to misuse, e.g., "Я взял коробка для фруктов" meaning "I took a box for fruits" when intending a basket.

  Correct: Use "корзинка" or "корзина" for basket-specific contexts. Explanation: 'Коробка' implies a box, which is more rigid, so context matters to avoid semantic errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, baskets like 'корзинка' are often associated with traditional rural life, such as gathering berries or mushrooms in the countryside (e.g., at a dacha). They symbolize simplicity and nature, appearing in folk tales and modern media as icons of harvest or family outings, reflecting Russia's agrarian heritage.

Related Concepts:

• ящик (box or crate)
• ведро (bucket)
• сумка (bag)