Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'tailplane'

English Word: tailplane

Key Russian Translations:

• стабилизатор [stəbʲɪlʲɪˈzatar] - [Technical, used in aviation contexts]
• горизонтальный стабилизатор [ɡərʲɪzɐnˈtalʲnɨj stəbʲɪlʲɪˈzatar] - [More precise, formal technical term]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and primarily used in technical or aviation discussions, not in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate to Advanced; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and Russian noun declensions, as it is not basic conversational language.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

стабилизатор: [stəbʲɪlʲɪˈzatar]

горизонтальный стабилизатор: [ɡərʲɪzɐnˈtalʲnɨj stəbʲɪlʲɪˈzatar]

Note on стабилизатор: The stress falls on the third syllable ("za"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft consonants. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A horizontal stabilizing surface on an aircraft, ensuring stability during flight.

Translation(s) & Context:

• стабилизатор - Used in general technical discussions about aircraft design and mechanics, often in formal or professional settings like engineering reports.
• горизонтальный стабилизатор - Applied in more detailed aviation contexts, such as blueprints or pilot training, to specify the horizontal aspect.

Usage Examples:

• Русский самолёт оснащён надёжным стабилизатором, который помогает поддерживать равновесие во время полёта.

  The Russian airplane is equipped with a reliable tailplane that helps maintain balance during flight.

• Инженеры тщательно проверяют горизонтальный стабилизатор перед каждым вылетом, чтобы избежать турбулентности.

  Engineers carefully check the horizontal tailplane before each flight to avoid turbulence.

• В авиации стабилизатор играет ключевую роль в контроле над самолётом при различных погодных условиях.

  In aviation, the tailplane plays a key role in controlling the aircraft under various weather conditions.

• Современные модели стабилизатора на российских истребителях улучшают манёвренность и стабильность.

  Modern tailplane designs on Russian fighter jets improve maneuverability and stability.

• При проектировании нового самолёта горизонтальный стабилизатор был адаптирован для высоких скоростей.

  When designing the new aircraft, the horizontal tailplane was adapted for high speeds.

Secondary Meaning: Extended metaphorical use in technical analogies (rare).

Translation(s) & Context:

• стабилизатор - In metaphorical contexts, such as in engineering or physics discussions, to imply stability in systems.

Usage Examples:

• В системе управления стабилизатор выступает как хвостовое оперение, обеспечивая баланс.

  In the control system, the stabilizer acts like a tailplane, ensuring balance.

• Экономисты используют термин стабилизатор для описания механизмов, подобных авиационному стабилизатору.

  Economists use the term stabilizer to describe mechanisms similar to an aircraft's tailplane.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The primary translation "стабилизатор" is a masculine noun (мужской род) that follows the standard first declension pattern in Russian. It has regular inflections based on case and number. Below is a table of its declensions for singular and plural forms:

For "горизонтальный стабилизатор", it is a phrase where "горизонтальный" is an adjective that agrees with "стабилизатор" in case, number, and gender. Thus, it follows the same inflections as above, with "горизонтальный" changing accordingly (e.g., in genitive: горизонтального стабилизатора).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • хвостовое оперение (more general term for tail assembly; used interchangeably in broader contexts)
  • стабилизирующая поверхность (emphasizes the stabilizing function; subtle difference in focusing on surface aspect)
• Antonyms:
  • несбалансированный элемент (not a direct antonym, but implies instability; used in contrasting discussions)

Related Phrases:

• стабилизатор хвостовой - Tail fin stabilizer; a common phrase in aircraft design contexts.
• горизонтальный стабилизатор самолёта - Horizontal stabilizer of an aircraft; used in technical manuals to specify components.
• усиленный стабилизатор - Reinforced tailplane; refers to enhanced versions for military aircraft, implying durability in high-stress scenarios.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "стабилизатор" directly corresponds to "tailplane" in aviation terminology but is more commonly used in technical fields. Always use it in formal contexts; for everyday conversation, simpler terms like "хвост" (tail) might suffice, though less precise. When choosing between translations, opt for "горизонтальный стабилизатор" if specificity is needed. Grammatically, ensure adjectives agree with the noun in case and number, as Russian requires full declension.

• Scene restrictions: Primarily aviation or engineering; avoid in casual speech.
• Special notes: English learners often confuse it with "стабилизатор" in electronics, so clarify the context.

Common Errors:

English learners frequently misuse the declensions, such as saying "стабилизаторов" in nominative case instead of "стабилизаторы". Incorrect: "Я видел стабилизаторов" (wrong declension). Correct: "Я видел стабилизаторы" (for plural nominative). This error stems from not adapting to Russian case systems; always check the sentence structure for proper agreement to avoid sounding unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian aviation history, terms like "стабилизатор" gained prominence during the Soviet era with aircraft designs like the MiG series. It reflects Russia's emphasis on engineering precision in aerospace, often tied to national pride in achievements like the Buran space shuttle, where stability mechanisms were crucial for success.

Related Concepts:

• крыло (wing)
• руль высоты (elevator)
• фюзеляж (fuselage)