Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'rectangle'

English Word: rectangle

Key Russian Translations:

• прямоугольник [prʲɪməʊˈuɡɐlnʲɪk] - [Formal, used in mathematical and geometric contexts]

Frequency: Medium (This term is commonly encountered in educational, technical, and everyday descriptions of shapes, but not in casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; requires basic knowledge of Russian nouns and geometry vocabulary.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

прямоугольник: [prʲɪməʊˈuɡɐlnʲɪk]

Note on прямоугольник: The stress falls on the third syllable ("uɡɐlnʲɪk"). Be mindful of the palatalized 'н' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. Variations in pronunciation may occur based on regional dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

A quadrilateral with four right angles.

Translation(s) & Context:

• прямоугольник - Used in formal and educational contexts, such as mathematics, architecture, or describing objects.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: В комнате висит картина в форме прямоугольника. (In the room, there is a painting in the shape of a rectangle.)

  English translation: In the room, there is a painting in the shape of a rectangle.

• Русский пример: Геометрический прямоугольник имеет четыре равные угла. (A geometric rectangle has four equal angles.)

  English translation: A geometric rectangle has four equal angles.

• Русский пример: Дизайнер нарисовал прямоугольник для планировки комнаты. (The designer drew a rectangle for the room layout.)

  English translation: The designer drew a rectangle for the room layout.

• Русский пример: Этот стол имеет форму вытянутого прямоугольника. (This table has the shape of an elongated rectangle.)

  English translation: This table has the shape of an elongated rectangle.

• Русский пример: В уроке математики мы изучили свойства прямоугольника. (In the math lesson, we studied the properties of a rectangle.)

  English translation: In the math lesson, we studied the properties of a rectangle.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

прямоугольник is a masculine noun in Russian. It follows the standard declension pattern for third-declension nouns. Below is a table outlining its key inflections based on case and number:

Note: The word does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • ректангл (rare, borrowed term, used in very technical contexts; less common than прямоугольник)
  • четырёхугольник (more general term for quadrilateral; implies a four-sided shape but not necessarily with right angles)
• Antonyms:
  • круг (circle; represents a shape without straight sides or angles)
  • треугольник (triangle; a shape with three sides)

Related Phrases:

• прямоугольный треугольник - A right-angled triangle (used in geometry to describe a triangle with one right angle).
• прямоугольная форма - Rectangular shape (common in design and architecture contexts).
• прямоугольник с закруглёнными углами - Rectangle with rounded corners (refers to modified shapes in digital design).

Usage Notes:

прямоугольник directly corresponds to the English "rectangle" in mathematical and everyday contexts, but it is primarily used in formal or educational settings. English speakers should note that Russian nouns like this one must agree in case, number, and gender with other words in the sentence. For instance, use the genitive case (прямоугольника) when indicating possession. When choosing between translations, opt for прямоугольник in precise geometric discussions, as it is the most accurate and widely accepted term. Avoid using it in casual slang; instead, rely on visual descriptions if needed.

Common Errors:

• Ошибка: Using the wrong case, e.g., saying "Я вижу прямоугольник" when it should be in the accusative for direct objects, which is correct here, but learners often mix it with nominative in complex sentences.

  Correct: В предложении "Я рисую прямоугольник" (I am drawing a rectangle) – accusative form is used properly.

  Explanation: Russian requires case agreement; always check the sentence structure to avoid this.

• Ошибка: Confusing it with "квадрат" (square), assuming they are interchangeable.

  Correct: Use "прямоугольник" for non-square rectangles and "квадрат" only for equilateral rectangles.

  Explanation: A square is a specific type of rectangle, so precision is key in technical contexts.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, geometric shapes like the rectangle are often emphasized in education and art, reflecting the influence of Soviet-era mathematics curricula. While not inherently cultural, terms like прямоугольник appear frequently in Russian folk art and architecture, such as in the design of traditional wooden houses or icons, symbolizing stability and order.

Related Concepts:

• квадрат (square)
• треугольник (triangle)
• круг (circle)
• полигон (polygon)