Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'flush'

English Word: flush

Key Russian Translations:

• флеш [flɛʃ] - [Informal, Poker term; borrowed from English]
• смыв [smɨf] - [Formal, Technical; used in plumbing or sanitation]
• прилив [prʲɪˈlʲif] - [Neutral, Medical; relating to blood rush or blushing]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in specific contexts like gaming, everyday hygiene, or medical discussions, but not in general conversation).

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; basic forms are straightforward for learners with some vocabulary, but contextual usage requires familiarity with Russian word borrowing and inflections).

Pronunciation (Russian):

флеш: [flɛʃ] (pronounced with a soft 'sh' sound, similar to English; stress on the first syllable).

смыв: [smɨf] (the 'ы' sound is a distinct Russian vowel, like a muffled 'i'; stress on the first syllable).

прилив: [prʲɪˈlʲif] (note the palatalized 'r' and 'l'; primary stress on the second syllable).

Note on флеш: This word is often pronounced with a more anglicized accent in informal settings, especially among younger speakers.

Note on смыв: The 'ы' vowel can be tricky for English speakers; it's not like any English sound, so practice with native audio.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A hand in poker where all cards are of the same suit (e.g., poker term).

Translation(s) & Context:

• флеш - Used in casual gaming contexts, especially online or in card games; informal and borrowed from English.

Usage Examples:

• У меня был флеш в последней раздаче покера.

  I had a flush in the last poker hand.

• Если у тебя флеш, то шансы на победу высоки.

  If you have a flush, your chances of winning are high.

• В этой игре флеш может переиграть стрит.

  In this game, a flush can beat a straight.

• Он блефовал, но на самом деле у него был флеш.

  He was bluffing, but he actually had a flush.

Meaning 2: To cleanse or wash out with a rush of water (e.g., toilet flush or cleaning).

Translation(s) & Context:

• смыв - Applied in technical or everyday contexts like bathrooms; formal and precise.

Usage Examples:

• Не забудь сделать смыв в туалете после использования.

  Don't forget to flush the toilet after use.

• Смыв в этой модели унитаза работает автоматически.

  The flush in this toilet model works automatically.

• Для очистки труб используйте сильный смыв воды.

  Use a strong flush of water to clean the pipes.

• В старом доме смыв часто ломается из-за износа.

  In the old house, the flush often breaks due to wear and tear.

Meaning 3: A sudden rush of blood to the face (e.g., blushing or flushing).

Translation(s) & Context:

• прилив - Used in medical or emotional contexts; neutral and descriptive.

Usage Examples:

• От смущения у неё случился прилив крови к лицу.

  From embarrassment, she had a flush of blood to her face.

• Прилив жара может быть симптомом прилива.

  A flush of heat can be a symptom of a blood rush.

• После бега у меня всегда прилив в щеки.

  After running, I always get a flush in my cheeks.

• Врачи проверяют прилив как признак аллергии.

  Doctors check for a flush as a sign of allergy.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

These translations vary by word type. 'Флеш' is typically an indeclinable noun (borrowed word), while 'смыв' and 'прилив' follow standard Russian noun inflections.

Form	флеш (indeclinable)	смыв (neuter noun, 2nd declension)	прилив (masculine noun, 2nd declension)
Nominative (Nom.)	флеш	смыв	прилив
Genitive (Gen.)	флеш (no change)	смыва	прилива
Dative (Dat.)	флеш (no change)	смыву	приливу
Accusative (Acc.)	флеш (no change)	смыв	прилив
Instrumental (Inst.)	флеш (no change)	смывом	приливом
Prepositional (Prep.)	флеш (no change)	смыве	приливе
Plural Nom.	N/A (rarely pluralized)	смывы	приливы

Note: 'Флеш' does not inflect due to its foreign origin, making it easier for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• флеш: стрит-флеш (straight flush; more specific poker term)
• смыв: ополаскивание (rinsing; similar in cleaning contexts)
• прилив: покраснение (blushing; emotional or physical rush)

Antonyms:

• смыв: засор (blockage; opposite in plumbing)
• прилив: бледность (paleness; opposite in medical contexts)

Brief note: Synonyms like 'ополаскивание' are interchangeable in casual cleaning scenarios but may imply a gentler action.

Related Phrases:

• Флеш-роял - A royal flush in poker; refers to the highest hand in card games.
• Сделать смыв - To perform a flush; common in household maintenance contexts.
• Прилив крови - A rush of blood; used in descriptions of emotional states or medical conditions.

Usage Notes:

• Choose 'флеш' for gaming contexts, as it's a direct borrow and aligns closely with English 'flush' in poker; avoid in formal writing.
• 'Смыв' is ideal for technical scenarios like plumbing, with no direct one-to-one English equivalent; it's more about the action than the result.
• 'Прилив' carries a broader connotation in Russian, often implying a temporary surge, so use it for emotional or physiological flushes but be mindful of context.
• Grammar note: Nouns like 'смыв' and 'прилив' require proper case agreement, e.g., in prepositional phrases.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'флеш' in non-gaming contexts, e.g., saying "флеш в туалете" instead of "смыв в туалете". Correct: Stick to 'смыв' for sanitation to avoid confusion. Explanation: 'Флеш' is gaming-specific and can sound odd or incorrect elsewhere.
• Error: Forgetting inflections, e.g., using 'прилив' in genitive as 'прилив' instead of 'прилива'. Correct: 'прилива' in phrases like "симптом прилива". Explanation: Russian nouns change based on case, and English speakers often overlook this, leading to grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'флеш' in poker reflects the influence of Western games, especially in urban or online communities. 'Прилив' might evoke historical medical contexts, like in 19th-century literature by authors such as Tolstoy, where emotional flushes symbolize inner turmoil.

Related Concepts:

• стрит (straight in poker)
• ополаскиватель (rinse or mouthwash)
• кровообращение (blood circulation)