Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'stepper'

English Word: stepper

Key Russian Translations:

• шаговый двигатель /ʃɐˈɡovɨj dʲɪˈvɡatʲelʲ/ - [Formal, Technical]
• степпер /ˈstɛpər/ - [Informal, Fitness-related, Often used in borrowed form]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical and fitness contexts, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 for 'шаговый двигатель' (Intermediate, due to technical vocabulary and noun-adjective agreement); A2 for 'степпер' (Beginner, as it's a direct borrowing)

Pronunciation (Russian):

шаговый двигатель: /ʃɐˈɡovɨj dʲɪˈvɡatʲelʲ/

степпер: /ˈstɛpər/ (Note: This is a transliterated word from English, so pronunciation closely follows the English original; stress on the first syllable.)

Note on шаговый двигатель: The word "шаговый" (adjective) has a soft 'г' sound, which can be tricky for beginners; it means "step-wise." Variations in regional accents may soften the vowels.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A device or machine that moves in steps, such as a stepper motor in electronics.

Translation(s) & Context:

• шаговый двигатель - Used in formal technical contexts, such as engineering or robotics, to describe a motor that rotates in discrete steps.
• степпер - Informal context, often in fitness or exercise, referring to a stepping machine or platform.

Usage Examples:

• В автомобиле установлен шаговый двигатель для точного управления зеркалами.

  In the car, a stepper motor is installed for precise control of the mirrors.

• Я купил степпер для домашних тренировок, чтобы улучшить выносливость.

  I bought a stepper for home workouts to improve my endurance.

• Инженеры используют шаговый двигатель в 3D-принтерах для высокоточного позиционирования.

  Engineers use a stepper motor in 3D printers for highly accurate positioning.

• Степпер в тренажерном зале помогает сжечь калории без бега.

  The stepper in the gym helps burn calories without running.

• В робототехнике шаговый двигатель обеспечивает стабильные движения без сбоев.

  In robotics, a stepper motor ensures stable movements without failures.

Secondary Meaning: A person or thing that steps, in a metaphorical or fitness sense.

Translation(s) & Context:

• степпер - Used informally for a fitness enthusiast or device; less common for people.

Usage Examples:

• Она — настоящий степпер, всегда ходит пешком на дальние расстояния.

  She is a real stepper, always walking long distances on foot.

• В фитнес-клубе степпер стал популярным из-за своей простоты.

  In the fitness club, the stepper has become popular due to its simplicity.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'шаговый двигатель': 'Шаговый' is an adjective that agrees with the noun 'двигатель' in gender, number, and case. 'Двигатель' is a masculine noun of the second declension, which has regular inflections.

For 'степпер': This is an indeclinable noun (as it's a borrowing), so it remains unchanged in all cases: степпер (e.g., в степпере, о степпере).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • шаговый мотор (Similar to 'шаговый двигатель', used interchangeably in technical contexts)
  • степ-машина (For 'степпер' in fitness; implies a machine for stepping)
• Antonyms:
  • непрерывный двигатель (Continuous motor, opposite of step-wise operation)

Related Phrases:

• шаговый двигатель с обратной связью - A stepper motor with feedback; used in precise control systems.
• тренировка на степпере - Workout on a stepper; common in fitness routines for cardio exercise.
• монтаж шагового двигателя - Installation of a stepper motor; refers to assembly in engineering.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'шаговый двигатель' is the precise equivalent for technical contexts like electronics, while 'степпер' is more casual and borrowed from English, often used in sports or daily life. Choose 'шаговый двигатель' for formal writing or professional discussions to ensure accuracy. Be mindful of adjective-noun agreement, as in Russian, adjectives must match the noun's case, number, and gender. For example, in plural forms, it becomes 'шаговые двигатели'. This word pair doesn't have strong idiomatic restrictions but is context-specific: technical for engineering, recreational for fitness.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'степпер' in a technical context, e.g., saying "степпер мотор" instead of "шаговый двигатель". Correct: "шаговый двигатель" for motors. Explanation: 'Степпер' is fitness-oriented, leading to confusion; always specify the context to avoid miscommunication.

• Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., saying "шаговый двигатели" (incorrect plural). Correct: "шаговые двигатели". Explanation: Russian requires full agreement, so check the noun's form before using the adjective.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like 'шаговый двигатель' reflect the influence of Soviet-era engineering advancements, where precision mechanics were highly valued. 'Степпер' as a fitness term highlights the growing Western influence on modern Russian health trends, often seen in urban gyms as a symbol of accessible exercise.

Related Concepts:

• электродвигатель
• тренажер
• робототехника