Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'stationary'

English Word: stationary

Key Russian Translations:

• Неподвижный /nʲɪˈpod.vɪʐ.nɨj/ - [Adjective, Formal, Singular]
• Стационарный /sta.t͡sɨˈon.ar.nɨj/ - [Adjective, Technical, Formal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in technical, scientific, or descriptive contexts, but not in everyday casual speech)

Difficulty: B1 Intermediate (requires understanding of Russian adjective declensions; for 'Неподвижный', it's straightforward, but 'Стационарный' may vary by context)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Неподвижный: /nʲɪˈpod.vɪʐ.nɨj/

Note on Неподвижный: This word has stress on the third syllable ('pod'), which can be tricky for beginners due to the palatalized 'n' sound. Pronunciation may soften in casual speech.

Стационарный: /sta.t͡sɨˈon.ar.nɨj/

Note on Стационарный: The 'ts' sound is a voiceless alveolar affricate, similar to 'ts' in 'cats'. Stress falls on the third syllable, and it often appears in medical or engineering contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

Not moving or fixed in place (adjective form)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Неподвижный - Used in general descriptions of objects or states that are immobile, such as in physics or everyday observations.
• Стационарный - Applied in technical contexts, like medical equipment or fixed installations, implying stability or permanence.

Usage Examples:

• Автомобиль стоял неподвижный на перекрестке, ожидая зеленого света.

  The car was stationary at the intersection, waiting for the green light.

• В больнице пациенты часто проходят стационарное лечение, которое подразумевает неподвижный образ жизни.

  In the hospital, patients often undergo stationary treatment, which implies a fixed lifestyle.

• Неподвижный объект, такой как статуя, может стать символом вечности в искусстве.

  A stationary object, such as a statue, can become a symbol of eternity in art.

• Стационарный компьютер в офисе должен быть неподвижным для обеспечения стабильной работы.

  A stationary computer in the office must be fixed in place to ensure stable operation.

• Во время землетрясения неподвижные здания могут пострадать, если они не спроектированы стационарно.

  During an earthquake, stationary buildings can be damaged if they are not designed to be fixed securely.

Fixed or permanent state (in technical contexts)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Стационарный - Common in engineering or medical fields to describe something that is not portable or mobile.
• Неподвижный - Less formal alternative, used in broader contexts like describing traffic or natural phenomena.

Usage Examples:

• Стационарный телефон все еще используется в некоторых офисах для надежной связи.

  A stationary phone is still used in some offices for reliable communication.

• Неподвижный воздух в помещении может привести к плохой циркуляции.

  Stationary air in a room can lead to poor circulation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'Неподвижный' and 'Стационарный' are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern of agreement with nouns. 'Неподвижный' is a regular adjective, while 'Стационарный' is also regular but often used in specific contexts.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular inflections, but always agree with the noun they modify in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Фиксированный (fixed, often in legal contexts)
  • Иммобилизованный (immobilized, with a nuance of being made stationary)
• Antonyms:
  • Движимый (movable)
  • Мобильный (mobile, especially in modern contexts like devices)

Explanation: 'Фиксированный' is a close synonym to 'Стационарный' in technical settings, but may imply legal permanence.

Related Phrases:

• Неподвижное имущество - Refers to immovable property, such as land or buildings, in legal or real estate contexts.
• Стационарное лечение - Means inpatient or hospital-based treatment, commonly used in healthcare.
• Неподвижный объект - Describes a stationary object in physics or everyday scenarios, emphasizing lack of motion.

Usage Notes:

The English word 'stationary' as an adjective corresponds closely to 'Неподвижный' in general use and 'Стационарный' in specialized fields. Choose 'Неподвижный' for everyday or descriptive language, as it is more versatile, while 'Стационарный' is preferred in formal, technical, or medical contexts to convey permanence or stability. Be mindful of Russian adjective agreement with nouns, which can be a common challenge for English speakers. For example, use the feminine form 'Неподвижная' with feminine nouns like 'машина' (car). This word is neutral in terms of register but leans formal, so avoid it in casual conversations where simpler synonyms might suffice.

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse 'stationary' (not moving) with 'stationery' (office supplies), leading to incorrect translations. For instance, they might incorrectly use 'Неподвижный' for 'stationery', when the proper term is 'канцелярские товары'. Correct usage: Use 'Неподвижный' only for immobility, e.g., 'The car is stationary' translates to 'Автомобиль неподвижный', not for office items.

• Another error is forgetting adjective agreement: Incorrect - 'Автомобиль неподвижный дом' (mixing with a different noun); Correct - 'Неподвижный автомобиль' with proper case. Explanation: Russian requires full agreement, so always adjust the ending based on the noun's gender and case.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like 'Стационарный' are often associated with Soviet-era infrastructure, such as 'стационарные телефоны' (landline phones), which symbolize reliability and tradition. This can evoke nostalgia in older generations, contrasting with the mobile, fast-paced modern life, helping users understand the word's connotation of stability in a historical context.

Related Concepts:

• Движение (movement)
• Иммобилизация (immobilization)
• Фиксация (fixation)