Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'plank'

English Word: plank

Key Russian Translations:

• планка [ˈplankə] - [Formal, Informal; Used in general contexts like construction or fitness]
• доска [ˈdoskə] - [Informal; Plural forms common; Used specifically for wooden boards]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday language, especially in construction, fitness, and idiomatic expressions)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; Learners at this level can grasp basic usage, but inflections may require practice. For 'планка', it's straightforward; for 'доска', case variations add slight complexity)

Pronunciation (Russian):

планка: [ˈplankə]

доска: [ˈdoskə]

Note on планка: The stress is on the first syllable; be careful with the soft 'н' sound, which can vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A long, flat piece of timber or wood (e.g., in construction or woodworking)

Translation(s) & Context:

• планка - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as building materials.
• доска - More informal, often referring to everyday wooden items like a cutting board.

Usage Examples:

• Я использовал планку для ремонта забора.

  I used a plank to repair the fence.

• Эта доска слишком хрупкая для строительства.

  This board is too fragile for construction.

• В мастерской лежат несколько планок разной длины.

  In the workshop, there are several planks of different lengths.

• Доски из дерева часто используются в декоре.

  Wooden boards are often used in decor.

2. A fitness exercise involving holding a position (e.g., plank pose)

Translation(s) & Context:

• планка - Common in sports and fitness contexts; often used in plural for variations.

Usage Examples:

• Ежедневно я делаю планку для укрепления мышц.

  I do planks every day to strengthen my muscles.

• Планка помогает улучшить осанку и баланс.

  Planks help improve posture and balance.

• В фитнес-классе мы повторяли планку несколько раз.

  In the fitness class, we repeated planks several times.

• Начинайте с короткой планки, чтобы избежать травм.

  Start with a short plank to avoid injuries.

• Планка — это базовое упражнение в йоге.

  The plank is a basic exercise in yoga.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'планка' (feminine noun, first declension), it follows standard Russian noun inflections. Below is a table of its forms:

For 'доска' (also feminine, first declension), it has similar inflections but is more commonly used in plural forms in contexts like "boards" or "sheets". It is invariable in some fixed phrases.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • доска (similar to 'board', but more general; often interchangeable in woodworking)
  • рейка (slat; used for thinner planks)
• Antonyms:
  • столб (post or pillar; implies a vertical, three-dimensional structure)

Related Phrases:

• Держать планку - Hold the plank (refers to the fitness exercise; used in workout routines to build core strength).
• Планка из дерева - Wooden plank (common in construction; implies durability and material type).
• Фитнес-планка - Fitness plank (a modern phrase in health contexts; often part of exercise regimens).

Usage Notes:

'Планка' directly corresponds to 'plank' in both literal (wood) and metaphorical (fitness) senses, making it a versatile translation. In formal contexts like engineering, prefer 'планка' over 'доска' for precision. Be mindful of Russian's case system; for example, use the genitive 'планки' when indicating possession (e.g., "part of a plank"). If multiple translations apply, choose based on context: 'доска' for everyday objects and 'планка' for structured or fitness uses. Avoid direct word-for-word translation in sentences to maintain natural flow.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'планка' interchangeably with 'доска' without considering context, e.g., saying "Я делаю доску" for the exercise.
  Correct: Use "Я делаю планку" for fitness. Explanation: 'Доска' implies a physical board, leading to confusion; always match the word to the intended meaning.
• Mistake: Forgetting inflections, e.g., using nominative 'планка' in all cases.
  Correct: Adjust for case, like 'планкой' in instrumental (e.g., "с планкой" for "with a plank"). Explanation: Russian nouns change form based on grammatical role, which English learners often overlook.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'планка' as a fitness exercise has gained popularity through global trends like CrossFit, reflecting modern health awareness. Historically, terms like 'доска' relate to traditional woodworking in rural areas, symbolizing practicality and resourcefulness in Russian folklore and literature.

Related Concepts:

• рейка (slat)
• балка (beam)
• упражнение (exercise)