Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'prefabricate'

English Word: prefabricate

Key Russian Translations:

• Предварительно изготовлять [prʲɪdvɐˈrʲitʲɪlʲnə ɪzɡɐtɐˈvlʲætʲ] - [Formal, Technical]
• Монтировать заранее [mɐnˈtʲirɐvɐtʲ zɐrɐnʲʲe] - [Informal, Used in industrial or construction contexts]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in specialized fields like construction and manufacturing; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of technical vocabulary and verb conjugations. For 'Предварительно изготовлять', it may be more challenging due to compound structure, while 'Монтировать заранее' is slightly easier.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Предварительно изготовлять: [prʲɪdvɐˈrʲitʲɪlʲnə ɪzɡɐtɐˈvlʲætʲ]

Note on Предварительно изготовлять: This is a compound verb; stress falls on the second syllable of "изготавливать." Be cautious with the soft consonants, which can be tricky for non-native speakers.

Монтировать заранее: [mɐnˈtʲirɐvɐtʲ zɐrɐnʲʲe]

Note on Монтировать заранее: The adverb "заранее" is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable; it's often used in rapid speech, so practice linking sounds.

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Meanings and Usage:

To manufacture or assemble components in advance, typically for later use in construction or production.

Translation(s) & Context:

• Предварительно изготовлять - Used in formal engineering or manufacturing contexts, emphasizing pre-production processes.
• Монтировать заранее - Applied in practical, on-site scenarios, such as factory assembly lines.

Usage Examples:

• В строительстве часто предварительно изготавливают панели для быстрой сборки домов.

  In construction, they often prefabricate panels for quick assembly of houses. (Demonstrates use in a formal, industrial context.)

• Завод предпочитает монтировать детали заранее, чтобы избежать задержек на объекте.

  The factory prefers to prefabricate parts in advance to avoid delays at the site. (Shows application in a time-sensitive production environment.)

• Инженеры предварительно изготавливают модули, чтобы упростить монтаж в полевых условиях.

  Engineers prefabricate modules to simplify assembly in field conditions. (Illustrates the verb in a problem-solving context.)

• Монтировать заранее оборудование помогает сократить затраты на транспортировку.

  Prefabricating equipment in advance helps reduce transportation costs. (Highlights economic benefits in usage.)

To prepare or produce something prefabricated, such as modular units.

Translation(s) & Context:

• Предварительно изготовлять - Common in architectural planning, focusing on pre-built components.

Usage Examples:

• Компания предварительно изготавливает мебель для экспорта в разные страны.

  The company prefabricates furniture for export to various countries. (Example in a global trade context.)

• Монтировать заранее системы отопления позволяет ускорить процесс строительства.

  Prefabricating heating systems in advance speeds up the construction process. (Demonstrates integration with other systems.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are verbs and follow standard Russian conjugation patterns. 'Предварительно изготовлять' is based on 'изготавливать' (a imperfective verb), which is regular but compound. 'Монтировать заранее' uses 'монтировать' (also imperfective). Russian verbs change based on tense, aspect, person, and number. Below is a table for 'изготавливать' as an example; 'монтировать' follows similar patterns.

For 'Монтировать', it is mostly regular but may have variations in perfective forms like 'смонтировать'. These verbs do not have irregular inflections but require attention to aspect (imperfective for ongoing actions).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: Собрать заранее (Assemble in advance; more general), Произвести до времени (Produce beforehand; emphasizes timing)
• Antonyms: Собрать на месте (Assemble on-site; implies no pre-manufacturing)

Related Phrases:

• Предварительная сборка - Refers to the process of prefabrication assembly, often used in manufacturing contexts.
• Модульное строительство - Involves modular building techniques, where components are prefabricated for easy integration.
• Изготовление на заводе - Means factory-based production, a common phrase for prefabricating items off-site.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'Предварительно изготовлять' is the more precise translation for 'prefabricate' in formal or technical settings, as it directly conveys pre-manufacturing. Use 'Монтировать заранее' for contexts involving assembly or installation. Be mindful of the imperfective aspect, which suits ongoing or repeated actions. English speakers should note that Russian often pairs these verbs with nouns like 'панели' (panels) or 'детали' (parts) to specify what is being prefabricated. In casual speech, simpler synonyms might be preferred to avoid overly complex phrasing.

Common Errors:

English learners often mistake 'предварительно изготовлять' for 'собрать' (to assemble), which doesn't imply advance manufacturing. For example:

• Error: Saying "Я собрал дом" to mean "I prefabricated the house," which incorrectly suggests on-site assembly.
• Correct: "Я предварительно изготовил дом" – This accurately conveys pre-fabrication. Explanation: Always include 'предварительно' to emphasize the advance preparation aspect, as Russian requires explicit adverbs for such nuances.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, prefabricated construction became prominent during the Soviet era for efficient, large-scale housing projects, such as the famous 'khrushchevki' apartments. This reflects a cultural emphasis on practicality and rapid urbanization, influencing how terms like 'предварительно изготовлять' are used in modern contexts.

Related Concepts:

• Модульное строительство
• Заводское производство
• Сборочные единицы