Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'plaid'

English Word: plaid

Key Russian Translations:

• тартан [ˈtɑrtən] - [Formal, used for the Scottish tartan pattern]
• плед [plɛd] - [Informal, often referring to a blanket or plaid fabric in casual contexts]

Frequency: Low (The word is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation; it's more specific to fashion, textiles, or cultural discussions.)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1 level; learners need basic knowledge of Russian nouns and cultural vocabulary to use it correctly.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

тартан: [ˈtɑrtən]

плед: [plɛd]

Note on тартан: The stress is on the first syllable, and the 'r' sound is rolled, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in regional dialects.

Note on пледа: This is a straightforward borrowing from English, with a soft 'e' sound; no major variations.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A patterned fabric, typically with a checkered design, often associated with Scottish culture.

Translation(s) & Context:

• тартан - Used in formal or cultural contexts, such as describing traditional Scottish clothing or fashion items.
• плед - Used in informal contexts, like referring to a cozy blanket or casual clothing with a plaid pattern.

Usage Examples:

• В Шотландии тартан является символом кланов и используется в национальной одежде.

  In Scotland, tartan is a symbol of clans and is used in national clothing.

• Она накинула пледа на плечи, чтобы согреться в прохладный вечер.

  She draped the plaid over her shoulders to keep warm on a cool evening.

• Этот дизайнер часто включает тартан в свои коллекции, отсылая к британским традициям.

  This designer often incorporates tartan into their collections, referencing British traditions.

• Плед на диване был украшен классическим клетчатым узором.

  The plaid on the sofa was decorated with a classic checkered pattern.

• Во время фестиваля все надели одежду с тартаном, чтобы отметить культурное наследие.

  During the festival, everyone wore clothes with tartan to celebrate cultural heritage.

Meaning 2: A piece of fabric worn as a garment, such as a shawl or wrap.

Translation(s) & Context:

• плед - Common in everyday contexts, especially for home or outdoor wear.
• тартан - In more specific cultural or historical discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Его пледа была сделана из мягкой шерсти и украшена ярким узором.

  His plaid was made of soft wool and decorated with a bright pattern.

• Туристы в Эдинбурге часто покупают тартан как сувенир.

  Tourists in Edinburgh often buy tartan as a souvenir.

• Она использовала пледа в качестве шарфа во время прогулки по горам.

  She used the plaid as a scarf during her mountain hike.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "тартан" and "плед" are masculine nouns in Russian. They follow standard Russian noun inflections for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. "Тартан" is less commonly inflected due to its foreign origin, but "плед" inflects regularly.

Note: "Тартан" may not always inflect in modern usage, especially in borrowed contexts, making it somewhat invariant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • клетчатый узор (kletchatyy uzor) - A general term for checkered pattern; more neutral and widely used.
  • шотландка (shotlandka) - Specifically for Scottish-style patterns; slight cultural nuance.
• Antonyms:
  • однотонный (odnotonnyy) - Meaning solid color, contrasting with patterns.

Related Phrases:

• шотландский тартан (shotlandskiy tartan) - Meaning "Scottish tartan"; used in cultural or fashion contexts; refers to traditional patterns associated with clans.
• клетчатый пледа (kletchatyy pled) - Meaning "checkered plaid"; common for describing casual blankets or clothing.
• национальный узор (natsionalnyy uzor) - Meaning "national pattern"; often linked to cultural heritage items like plaid.

Usage Notes:

"Tartan" and "плед" are not direct one-to-one translations of "plaid"; "тартан" is more precise for the Scottish pattern, while "плед" leans towards a blanket or general fabric. In formal Russian, prefer "тартан" for cultural discussions. Be mindful of context: in everyday speech, "плед" might imply something cozy rather than stylish. Grammatically, both are masculine nouns, so they agree with masculine adjectives (e.g., "красивый тартан" - beautiful tartan). When choosing between translations, select based on whether the emphasis is on pattern (тартан) or fabric (плед).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "тартан" interchangeably with "плед" without context. For example, learners might say "Я купил пледа для picnics" when meaning a patterned scarf, but this could confuse it with a blanket.

  Correct: "Я купил тартан для пикника" (I bought tartan for the picnic). Explanation: "Тартан" specifies the pattern, avoiding ambiguity.

• Error: Incorrect inflection, such as saying "в тартан" instead of "в тартане" in prepositional case. Explanation: Russian requires proper case agreement; always check the noun's role in the sentence for accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "тартан" often evokes images of Scottish heritage, popularized through literature and media like Sir Walter Scott's works. It's not deeply rooted in Russian traditions but is appreciated in fashion and festivals, symbolizing identity and clan history, which can resonate with Russia's own ethnic diversity.

Related Concepts:

• шотландка
• клетчатый
• национальный костюм