Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'munitions'

English Word: munitions

Key Russian Translations:

• боеприпасы [bɐɪprʲɪˈpasɨ] - [Formal, Plural, Used in military or technical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in military, news, or historical discussions, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian noun declensions and vocabulary related to warfare or technology)

Pronunciation (Russian):

боеприпасы: [bɐɪprʲɪˈpasɨ]

Note on боеприпасы: The stress falls on the third syllable ("pa-"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft 'r' sound (palatalized 'r'). Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary meaning: Military supplies, including weapons, ammunition, and related equipment

Translation(s) & Context:

• боеприпасы - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as military reports or historical texts, to refer to stockpiled ammunition and armaments.

Usage Examples:

• В армии всегда нужно иметь достаточное количество боеприпасов на складе.

  In the army, it's always necessary to have a sufficient amount of munitions in storage.

• Во время войны производство боеприпасов было увеличено в несколько раз.

  During the war, the production of munitions was increased several times over.

• Боеприпасы должны храниться в специальных условиях, чтобы избежать взрыва.

  Munitions must be stored under special conditions to prevent explosions.

• Музей展示了 исторические боеприпасы из Второй мировой войны.

  The museum displays historical munitions from World War II.

• Современные боеприпасы оснащены высокотехнологичными системами наведения.

  Modern munitions are equipped with high-tech guidance systems.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Боеприпасы" is a plural noun in Russian, typically used in its plural form and belonging to the third declension. It does not have a singular form in common usage. The word follows standard Russian noun declension patterns for plural nouns ending in -ы/-и. Below is a table outlining its inflections:

Note: As this word is invariantly plural, it does not change for number. In compound phrases, it may appear in different cases based on sentence structure.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • вооружение (vooryzheniye) - More general, referring to armaments or equipment; often used interchangeably in broader contexts.
  • снаряды (snaryady) - Specifically for projectiles or shells, with a slight emphasis on artillery.
• Antonyms:
  • мирное оружие (mirnoye oruzhiye) - Peaceful weapons, implying non-lethal or defensive tools.
  • гражданское снаряжение (grazhdanskoye snaryazheniye) - Civilian equipment, contrasting with military applications.

Related Phrases:

• Запас боеприпасов (Zapas boepripasov) - Stockpile of munitions; refers to stored reserves for military use.
• Производство боеприпасов (Proizvodstvo boepripasov) - Munitions production; commonly used in industrial or wartime contexts.
• Транспортировка боеприпасов (Transportirovka boepripasov) - Transportation of munitions; highlights logistical challenges.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "боеприпасы" directly corresponds to the English "munitions" in military contexts, emphasizing plural forms and technical precision. It is typically used in formal settings like official reports or educational materials, and should be avoided in casual conversation to prevent sounding overly technical. When choosing between synonyms like "вооружение," opt for "боеприпасы" if the focus is specifically on ammunition rather than general weaponry. Grammatically, always treat it as plural and ensure correct case agreement with verbs and adjectives.

Common Errors:

• Error: Treating "боеприпасы" as a singular noun, e.g., saying "боеприпас был использован" instead of the correct plural form.

  Correct Usage: "Боеприпасы были использованы" (Munitions were used). Explanation: Russian requires plural agreement, so verbs and adjectives must match the plural form to avoid grammatical errors.

• Error: Mispronouncing the word by stressing the wrong syllable, such as [boɪˈprʲɪpasɨ] instead of [bɐɪprʲɪˈpasɨ].

  Correct Usage: Practice the correct IPA [bɐɪprʲɪˈpasɨ] with audio aids. Explanation: Incorrect stress can lead to misunderstandings, as Russian word stress affects meaning and comprehension.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and history, terms like "боеприпасы" are often associated with military heritage, particularly from events like World War II and the Cold War. They evoke themes of defense and national security, reflecting Russia's emphasis on military strength in its national identity. Understanding this context can help English speakers appreciate why such vocabulary appears frequently in literature, films, and public discourse related to patriotism or historical commemorations.

Related Concepts:

• оружие (oruzhiye)
• артиллерия (artilleriya)
• военная техника (voennaya tekhnika)