Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'multistory'

English Word: multistory

Key Russian Translations:

• многоэтажный [IPA: mɐˈnoɡə.ɪˈtaʒ.nɨj] - [Adjective, Formal, Used in descriptions of buildings with multiple floors]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday conversations about architecture and urban planning, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; Involves understanding adjective agreement and basic compound words; learners at this level should grasp it with practice)

Pronunciation (Russian):

многоэтажный: [IPA: mɐˈnoɡə.ɪˈtaʒ.nɨj]

Note on многоэтажный: The stress falls on the third syllable ("taʒ"), and the "г" is pronounced as a soft "g" sound. Be cautious with the vowel reductions in casual speech, which may alter it slightly in rapid conversation.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning: Relating to buildings or structures that have multiple floors or levels.

Translation(s) & Context:

• многоэтажный - Used in formal and informal contexts to describe tall buildings, such as apartments or offices, emphasizing their height and number of floors.

Usage Examples:

• В центре города стоит многоэтажный дом, построенный в советское время.

  In the city center, there stands a multistory building constructed during the Soviet era.

• Мой новый офис расположен в многоэтажном здании с лифтом.

  My new office is located in a multistory building with an elevator.

• В современном многоэтажном комплексе есть парковка и бассейн.

  In the modern multistory complex, there is parking and a swimming pool.

• Строительство многоэтажных домов в пригороде продолжается.

  The construction of multistory houses in the suburbs is ongoing.

• Этот многоэтажный отель предлагает виды на реку.

  This multistory hotel offers views of the river.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

многоэтажный is an adjective in Russian, which means it changes based on gender, number, and case to agree with the noun it modifies. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ый. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This adjective has regular inflections, so it changes predictably. For irregular adjectives, learners should consult a full grammar reference.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • высотный (vysotnyy) - Often used for very tall buildings, implying skyscrapers; more specific to height than general multi-floor structures.
  • многоуровневый (mnogourovnevyy) - Emphasizes multiple levels, especially in contexts like parking garages.
• Antonyms:
  • одноэтажный (odnoetazhnyy) - Refers to single-story buildings, contrasting with multi-level structures.
  • низкий (nizkiy) - Means low or short, used more broadly for height but can apply in architectural contexts.

Related Phrases:

• многоэтажный дом - A multistory building or apartment block; commonly used in urban planning discussions.
• многоэтажное строительство - Multistory construction; refers to the process of building high-rise structures.
• высокий многоэтажный комплекс - High multistory complex; describes modern residential or commercial areas with tall buildings.

Usage Notes:

многоэтажный directly corresponds to "multistory" in English, functioning as an adjective that must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it describes. For example, use it with masculine nouns like "дом" (house) in the nominative case as "многоэтажный дом." It's versatile across formal and informal settings but is more common in written or technical contexts like architecture. When choosing between synonyms, opt for "высотный" if emphasizing extreme height. Beginners should practice adjective agreement to avoid errors in sentences.

• Always ensure the adjective matches the noun's case; this is a key feature of Russian grammar.
• In informal speech, it might be shortened or used in compounds, but stick to standard forms for accuracy.

Common Errors:

One common mistake is failing to decline the adjective correctly, such as using "многоэтажный" with a feminine noun without changing it to "многоэтажная." For example:

• Incorrect: "Эта многоэтажный квартира" (wrong agreement; should be "многоэтажная квартира").
• Correct: "Эта многоэтажная квартира" - Here, the adjective agrees with the feminine noun "квартира."
• Explanation: Russian adjectives must inflect to match the noun, unlike in English where "multistory" remains unchanged. This can confuse learners from non-inflected languages.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, terms like "многоэтажный" often evoke images of Soviet-era architecture, such as the Khrushchyovka blocks—mass-produced multistory apartment buildings from the 1950s-1980s. These structures symbolize rapid urbanization and housing shortages during that period, and they remain a common sight in cities like Moscow, reflecting both historical progress and ongoing urban challenges.

Related Concepts:

• этаж (etazh) - Floor (of a building)
• здание (zdanie) - Building
• высотка (vysotka) - Skyscraper