Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'slider'

English Word: slider

Key Russian Translations:

• слайдер [ˈsɫajdʲər] - [Informal, Technical, Used in digital contexts like UI design]

Frequency: Medium (Common in tech and everyday digital discussions, but not in general conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with borrowed words and basic tech vocabulary in Russian)

Pronunciation (Russian):

слайдер: [ˈsɫajdʲər]

Note on слайдер: The stress is on the first syllable. The 'л' sound is slightly palatalized in Russian pronunciation, which may be challenging for English speakers. Variations can occur based on regional accents, such as in Moscow vs. St. Petersburg dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A sliding control element in user interfaces (e.g., on apps or websites)

Translation(s) & Context:

• слайдер - Used in technical or digital contexts, such as software development or mobile apps, to refer to a graphical slider for adjusting values.

Usage Examples:

• Переместите слайдер, чтобы отрегулировать яркость экрана.

  Move the slider to adjust the screen brightness.

• В настройках приложения есть слайдер для громкости.

  In the app settings, there's a slider for volume.

• Дизайнер добавил слайдер для выбора цвета в интерфейсе.

  The designer added a slider for color selection in the interface.

• С помощью слайдера пользователь может плавно изменять параметры.

  With the slider, the user can smoothly change the parameters.

Meaning 2: A playground slide (if interpreting 'slider' as a physical object)

Translation(s) & Context:

• горка - Used in casual, everyday contexts, especially with children, as a more common Russian term for a slide.

Usage Examples:

• Дети любят играть на горке в парке.

  Children love playing on the slide in the park.

• Эта горка слишком высокая для маленьких детей.

  This slide is too high for young children.

• На детской площадке установлена новая пластиковая горка.

  A new plastic slide has been installed on the playground.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Слайдер is a borrowed word from English and functions as a masculine noun in Russian. It does not undergo significant inflections like traditional Russian nouns because it is often treated as an indeclinable noun in modern usage, especially in technical contexts. However, when it does inflect, it follows the pattern of masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

For горка (feminine noun), it follows standard first-declension patterns with full inflections.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • регулятор (regulator) - More general term for controls.
  • ползунок (slider in a mechanical sense) - Often used interchangeably in tech.
• Antonyms:
  • кнопка (button) - As an alternative input method without sliding.

Related Phrases:

• Слайдер громкости - Volume slider; Used in audio settings to adjust sound levels.
• Горка для детей - Children's slide; Common in playground descriptions, implying a fun recreational element.
• Регулируемый слайдер - Adjustable slider; Refers to customizable controls in software.

Usage Notes:

Слайдер is a direct borrowing from English and is primarily used in technical or digital contexts, making it ideal for discussions about apps, websites, or gadgets. Unlike its English counterpart, it may not always be the most precise term; for example, in non-tech settings, ползунок might be preferred for mechanical sliders. Be mindful of context: in formal writing, use it sparingly, as Russian often favors native equivalents. When multiple translations exist, choose based on the specific meaning—e.g., слайдер for UI elements and горка for physical slides.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "слайдер" in non-technical contexts, such as describing a playground slide, which could confuse listeners. Correct: Use "горка" instead. Example of error: "Дети играют на слайдере" (incorrect). Correct: "Дети играют на горке". Explanation: Слайдер implies a digital or mechanical device, not a recreational structure.

• Error: Mispronouncing the word by stressing the wrong syllable, e.g., saying [sɫaˈjdʲər] instead of [ˈsɫajdʲər]. Correct: Practice the initial stress to align with standard Russian pronunciation. Explanation: Incorrect stress can make the word sound unnatural or lead to misunderstandings in fast-paced conversations.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like слайдер reflect the influence of Western technology and globalization, especially in urban areas. For instance, playground slides (горка) are a staple in Soviet-era parks, symbolizing communal childhood experiences, whereas слайдер highlights modern digital integration in daily life, often associated with apps like those on smartphones.

Related Concepts:

• интерфейс (interface)
• настройки (settings)
• игровая площадка (playground)