Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'tessellation'

English Word: tessellation

Key Russian Translations:

• тесселяция [tɪˈsɛlʲət͡sɨjə] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (Common in mathematical, scientific, and artistic contexts, but rare in everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with technical vocabulary and Russian noun declensions, making it challenging for beginners but manageable for those with intermediate Russian skills.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

тесселяция: [tɪˈsɛlʲət͡sɨjə]

Note on тесселяция: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ля"), which is a common point of difficulty for English speakers due to Russian's variable stress patterns. The "лʲ" sound is a palatalized "l," similar to the "l" in "million" in English.

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Meanings and Usage:

The process of tiling a plane with shapes without gaps or overlaps, often in geometry or design.

Translation(s) & Context:

• тесселяция - Used in formal mathematical or artistic discussions, such as describing patterns in geometry or mosaics.

Usage Examples:

• Эта тесселяция состоит из равносторонних треугольников и заполняет всю плоскость без пробелов.

  This tessellation consists of equilateral triangles and covers the entire plane without gaps.

• В исламском искусстве часто встречаются сложные тесселяции, основанные на геометрических фигурах.

  In Islamic art, complex tessellations based on geometric shapes are often encountered.

• Дизайнеры используют тесселяцию для создания бесконечных узоров на ткани.

  Designers use tessellation to create infinite patterns on fabric.

• Математики изучают тесселяцию для понимания симметрии в природе.

  Mathematicians study tessellation to understand symmetry in nature.

• Эта компьютерная программа генерирует случайные тесселяции для архитектурных проектов.

  This computer program generates random tessellations for architectural projects.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Тесселяция" is a feminine noun (from Latin via English, adapted into Russian). It follows the first declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -ия. Below is a table of its inflections:

Note: This word does not have irregular forms, making it straightforward once the standard feminine declension rules are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • мозаика (mosaika) - Often used in artistic contexts, implying a decorative arrangement.
  • плитка (plitka) - More general, referring to tiling in everyday applications, but less technical.
• Antonyms:
  • несвязная структура (nesviaznaya struktura) - Refers to disorganized or non-repeating patterns.
  • хаос (khaos) - Implies complete disorder, contrasting with the orderly nature of tessellation.

Related Phrases:

• геометрическая тесселяция - A geometric tessellation; used in mathematical discussions to specify shape-based patterns.
• регулярная тесселяция - Regular tessellation; refers to patterns with identical shapes, common in symmetry studies.
• тесселяция Мебиуса - Möbius tessellation; a phrase from advanced geometry, involving non-orientable surfaces.

Usage Notes:

"Тесселяция" directly corresponds to the English "tessellation" as a borrowed term, primarily in technical fields like mathematics and design. It is almost exclusively used in formal contexts, so avoid it in casual conversation. When choosing between synonyms like "мозаика," opt for "тесселяция" in precise scientific scenarios for accuracy. Grammatically, remember its feminine gender and first declension, which affects agreement with adjectives and verbs (e.g., "эта тесселяция красивая" for "this tessellation is beautiful"). In Russian, it's often paired with words like "геометрическая" to specify type.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "тесселирование" (a non-standard or confused form) instead of "тесселяция." Correct: Stick to "тесселяция" as the established term. Explanation: "Тесселирование" might be a mix-up with English variations, but it's not idiomatic in Russian and could confuse native speakers.

• Error: Failing to decline the noun properly, e.g., saying "в тесселяция" instead of "в тесселяции." Correct: Use the prepositional case "тесселяции" in phrases like "в тесселяции." Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, and ignoring this can make sentences grammatically incorrect.

• Error: Translating it too literally in sentences, leading to awkward phrasing. Correct Example: Instead of a direct word-for-word translation, use natural Russian like "Эта фигура образует тесселяцию." Explanation: Focus on context to ensure the sentence flows naturally in Russian.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, tessellation is often associated with traditional folk art and Islamic influences, as seen in the intricate geometric patterns of Russian Orthodox church decorations or Central Asian designs. Historically, Russian mathematicians like Nikolai Lobachevsky contributed to non-Euclidean geometry, where tessellations play a key role, reflecting Russia's rich scientific heritage.

Related Concepts:

• геометрия
• симметрия
• мозаичный узор
• кристаллическая структура