Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'synchronous'

English Word: synchronous

Key Russian Translations:

• синхронный [sʲɪnˈxrɔnnɨj] - [Formal, Technical]
• синхронно [sʲɪnˈxrɔnnə] - [Formal, Adverbial, Used in descriptions of processes]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical, scientific, and computing contexts, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and basic Russian adjective inflections; for 'синхронно', difficulty remains B2 due to adverbial usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

синхронный: [sʲɪnˈxrɔnnɨj]

синхронно: [sʲɪnˈxrɔnnə]

Note on синхронный: The stress falls on the second syllable ('xro'), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized 's' sound. Variations in regional accents may soften the 'x' to a more guttural sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Occurring at the same time or in unison.

Translation(s) & Context:

• синхронный - Used in formal or technical contexts to describe events, processes, or systems that happen simultaneously, such as in physics or daily routines.

Usage Examples:

• Два события произошли синхронно. (Two events occurred synchronously.)

  Two events occurred at the same time.

• В танце их движения были полностью синхронными. (In the dance, their movements were completely synchronous.)

  In the dance, their movements were perfectly in sync.

• Синхронные часы показывают точное время. (Synchronous clocks display the exact time.)

  Synchronous clocks show the precise time across devices.

• Без синхронного сигнала система не работает. (Without a synchronous signal, the system doesn't function.)

  Without a synchronous signal, the system fails to operate.

Meaning 2: In computing or technology, happening in real-time or with coordinated timing.

Translation(s) & Context:

• синхронно - Often used as an adverb in technical discussions to indicate real-time processing or data transfer.

Usage Examples:

• Программа работает синхронно с сервером. (The program operates synchronously with the server.)

  The program runs in real-time synchronization with the server.

• Синхронное обновление данных предотвращает ошибки. (Synchronous data updating prevents errors.)

  Real-time data synchronization helps avoid mistakes in the system.

• В этой сети передача происходит синхронно. (In this network, transmission happens synchronously.)

  In this network, data is transmitted in a coordinated manner.

• Используйте синхронный режим для немедленного ответа. (Use synchronous mode for immediate response.)

  Employ synchronous mode to ensure instant feedback.

• Синхронные операции требуют постоянного соединения. (Synchronous operations demand a constant connection.)

  Synchronous processes require an ongoing link to function properly.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'синхронный' is an adjective, which follows the standard pattern for Russian adjectives. It inflects based on gender, number, and case. 'синхронно' is an adverb and does not inflect.

For 'синхронно', as an adverb, it remains unchanged in all contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • одновременный (odnovremennyy) - Similar but more general; used for events happening at the same time without technical connotations.
  • согласованный (soglasovannyy) - Implies coordination, often in planning or teamwork contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • асинхронный (asinkhronnyy)
  • независимый (nezavisimyy) - Used when events are independent or not timed together.

Related Phrases:

• синхронная связь (synchronous communication) - Refers to real-time data exchange in networks; commonly used in IT contexts.
• синхронное движение (synchronous movement) - Describes coordinated actions, like in dance or machinery; helpful for illustrating physical synchronization.
• синхронный перевод (synchronous translation) - Means simultaneous interpretation, often in conferences; highlights usage in professional settings.

Usage Notes:

'Синхронный' directly corresponds to 'synchronous' in technical English contexts, such as computing or physics, and should be used in formal writing or speech. Avoid 'синхронно' if you mean the adjective form; choose based on whether you're describing a state (adjective) or a manner (adverb). In everyday Russian, prefer simpler synonyms like 'одновременный' for non-technical discussions. Grammatically, ensure adjectives agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify, as shown in the inflections table.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'синхронический' instead of 'синхронный'. This is incorrect as 'синхронический' doesn't exist; learners might confuse it with English 'synchronization'. Correct usage: 'синхронный' for the adjective. Explanation: Russian adjectives like this follow standard patterns, so stick to the proper form to avoid sounding unnatural.

• Error: Failing to inflect 'синхронный' correctly, e.g., using 'синхронный' with a feminine noun without changing to 'синхронная'. Correct: Match the noun's gender, as in 'синхронная система'. Explanation: This is a common mistake for beginners due to Russian's complex agreement rules, leading to grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and media, terms like 'синхронный' are prevalent in discussions of technology and science, reflecting Russia's strong emphasis on engineering and space exploration (e.g., in contexts related to Soviet-era synchronized systems). However, it lacks deep cultural idioms, making it more of a neutral technical term rather than one with historical baggage.

Related Concepts:

• асинхронный (asynchronous)
• параллельный (parallel)
• синхронизация (synchronization)