Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'resin'

English Word: resin

Key Russian Translations:

• смола (/ˈsmɐ.lə/) - [General, Formal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in scientific, natural, and everyday contexts, such as describing materials or botany)

Difficulty: A2 (Basic level; straightforward for beginners to learn and use in simple sentences)

Pronunciation (Russian):

смола: /ˈsmɐ.lə/

Note on смола: The stress is on the first syllable (/ˈsmɐ/), and the 'о' is pronounced as a short 'o' sound, which can be tricky for English speakers accustomed to longer vowels. Be mindful of the soft 'л' in some regional accents.

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Meanings and Usage:

A sticky, solid or semi-solid substance produced by trees or plants, often used in manufacturing or as a natural material.

Translation(s) & Context:

• смола - Used in general contexts for natural resins from trees, such as pine resin; common in scientific or everyday discussions about nature and chemistry.

Usage Examples:

• Дерево производит смолу, которая используется в производстве лаков.

  The tree produces resin, which is used in the production of varnishes.

• Смола из сосны имеет лечебные свойства и применяется в народной медицине.

  Pine resin has medicinal properties and is used in folk medicine.

• В химической лаборатории мы изучаем, как смола реагирует на тепло.

  In the chemistry lab, we study how resin reacts to heat.

• Смола на стволе дерева затвердела после дождя, образуя защитный слой.

  The resin on the tree trunk hardened after the rain, forming a protective layer.

• Художники часто смешивают смолу с красками для создания текстурных эффектов.

  Artists often mix resin with paints to create textured effects.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Смола" is a feminine noun in Russian, belonging to the first declension group. It follows standard patterns for Russian nouns, with changes based on case, number, and gender. There are no irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward.

Note: Always adjust for context; for example, in plural forms, it might refer to multiple types of resin.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • резина (rezina) - Often used for synthetic resins or rubber-like materials; more specific to man-made substances.
  • камедь (kamed') - Refers to gum resins, with a slight botanical nuance.
• Antonyms:
  • жидкость (zhidkost') - General term for liquid, contrasting with the solid nature of resin.
  • порошок (poroshok) - Powder, highlighting a different state of matter.

Related Phrases:

• Сосновая смола (Sosnovaya smola) - Pine resin; a common natural material used in traditional crafts or medicine.
• Эпоксидная смола (Epoksidnaya smola) - Epoxy resin; refers to synthetic resins in industrial contexts.
• Смола для лаков (Smola dlya lakov) - Resin for varnishes; a phrase used in manufacturing or art supplies.

Usage Notes:

"Смола" directly corresponds to the English "resin" in most contexts, especially for natural substances from plants. It is neutral in tone and can be used formally or informally. Be cautious with context: in Russian, it often implies a natural origin, so for synthetic resins, "резина" might be more appropriate. When using in sentences, ensure agreement with gender (feminine) and case, as Russian requires declension. If multiple translations apply, choose based on specificity—e.g., use "смола" for botanical discussions and "эпоксидная смола" for technical ones.

Common Errors:

• Confusing "смола" with "резина": English learners might mistakenly use "смола" for rubber products, but "резина" is correct for that. Error: "Я купил смолу для шин." (Wrong) Correct: "Я купил резину для шин." (I bought rubber for tires.) Explanation: "Смола" refers to resin, not rubber.
• Improper declension: Forgetting to change the ending in different cases, e.g., saying "о смола" instead of "о смоле" in prepositional case. Error: "Мы говорим о смола." (Wrong) Correct: "Мы говорим о смоле." (We talk about resin.) Explanation: Russian nouns must agree with case for grammatical accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "смола" (resin) from trees like pine is often associated with traditional folk remedies and crafts. For instance, it's used in homemade balms or as a natural adhesive in rural settings, reflecting Russia's vast forested landscapes and historical reliance on natural resources. This ties into broader themes of environmental heritage in Russian literature and proverbs.

Related Concepts:

• дерево (derevo) - Tree
• камедь (kamed') - Gum resin
• лаки (laki) - Varnishes