Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'rotor'

English Word: rotor

Key Russian Translations:

• ротор [ˈrotɐr] - [Technical, Formal]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in technical or engineering contexts, not in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

ротор: [ˈrotɐr]

Note on ротор: The stress is on the first syllable. The 'о' is pronounced as a short 'o' sound, which can be tricky for English speakers used to longer vowels. Pay attention to the rolled 'r' in Russian pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

A rotating part in machinery, such as in engines or helicopters.

Translation(s) & Context:

• ротор - Used in formal technical discussions, such as engineering or aviation contexts.

Usage Examples:

• В вертолёте ротор обеспечивает подъём в воздух.

  In a helicopter, the rotor provides lift into the air.

• Электродвигатель работает благодаря вращению ротора.

  The electric motor operates due to the rotation of the rotor.

• Инженеры изучили повреждения ротора после аварии.

  The engineers examined the rotor damage after the accident.

• Ротор турбины вращается с высокой скоростью.

  The turbine rotor spins at a high speed.

• В современном автомобиле ротор является ключевой частью системы охлаждения.

  In a modern car, the rotor is a key part of the cooling system.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

ротор is a masculine noun in Russian, and it follows the standard third-declension pattern for inanimate nouns. It has regular inflections based on case and number. Below is a table of its forms:

Note: The word has no irregular forms, but stress shifts in some cases (e.g., genitive plural: роторо́в).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • вертушка (informal, often for helicopter rotors; implies a smaller or simpler rotating part)
  • вращающийся элемент (more descriptive, used in general mechanical contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • статор (the stationary part in a motor, contrasting with the moving rotor)

Related Phrases:

• ротор вертолёта - Rotor of a helicopter; Used in aviation discussions to specify the main lifting component.
• электрический ротор - Electric rotor; Common in engineering for motors and generators.
• повреждённый ротор - Damaged rotor; Often appears in maintenance or accident reports.

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word "ротор" directly corresponds to the English "rotor" in technical contexts, but it's most commonly used in formal or professional settings like engineering, aviation, or mechanics. Avoid using it in casual conversation as it may sound overly technical.
• When selecting between translations, "ротор" is the most precise for mechanical applications, while "вертушка" might be chosen for informal or diminutive references.
• Grammatically, always decline the noun according to Russian case requirements; for example, use the genitive form "ротора" after prepositions like "из" (from).
• In sentences, it often pairs with verbs like "вращаться" (to rotate) to describe function.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "ротор" with "статор" (stator), leading to incorrect descriptions in mechanical contexts. For example: Incorrect: "Статор вертолёта" (The stator of the helicopter) – This is wrong because the helicopter has a rotor, not a stator. Correct: "Ротор вертолёта". Explanation: "Статор" is the stationary part, so use "ротор" for anything that rotates.
• Another common mistake is failing to decline the noun properly, e.g., saying "в ротор" instead of "в роторе" (in the rotor). Correct usage: "В роторе есть дефект" (There is a defect in the rotor). Explanation: The prepositional case requires "роторе" after "в".

Cultural Notes:

The term "ротор" doesn't carry strong cultural connotations in Russian, as it's primarily a technical borrowing from English and other languages. However, in the context of Russian aviation history, such as the development of the Mil Mi-24 helicopter during the Soviet era, rotors symbolize advancements in military technology. This reflects Russia's emphasis on engineering prowess in defense and industry.

Related Concepts:

• турбина (turbine)
• двигатель (engine)
• пропеллер (propeller)