Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'trapezium'

English Word: trapezium

Key Russian Translations:

• трапеция /traˈpʲe.t͡sɨ.jə/ - [Formal, Mathematical context]

Frequency: Medium (Common in educational and mathematical discussions, but not in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: Intermediate (B1/B2) - Requires basic knowledge of geometry and Russian noun declensions

Pronunciation (Russian):

трапеция: /traˈpʲe.t͡sɨ.jə/

Note on трапеция: The stress is on the second syllable. Be careful with the palatalized 'пʲ' sound, which is common in Russian but may be challenging for English speakers. Variations in regional accents might soften the consonants slightly.

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Meanings and Usage:

Geometric shape: A quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides (Note: In American English, this is often called a 'trapezoid'; in British English, 'trapezium' refers to this.)

Translation(s) & Context:

• трапеция - Used in formal mathematical or educational contexts to describe the shape.

Usage Examples:

• Эта фигура является трапецией с двумя параллельными сторонами.

  This figure is a trapezium with two parallel sides.

• В геометрии трапеция отличается от прямоугольника наличием только одной пары параллельных сторон.

  In geometry, a trapezium differs from a rectangle by having only one pair of parallel sides.

• Ребёнок нарисовал трапецию в своём домашнем задании по математике.

  The child drew a trapezium in their math homework.

• Трапеция часто используется в архитектуре для дизайна крыш и опор.

  The trapezium is often used in architecture for designing roofs and supports.

• Чтобы рассчитать площадь трапеции, нужно знать длины её оснований и высоту.

  To calculate the area of a trapezium, you need to know the lengths of its bases and height.

Anatomical term: A bone in the wrist (less common usage)

Translation(s) & Context:

• трапециевидная кость - Used in medical or anatomical contexts, such as in biology or orthopedics.

Usage Examples:

• Трапециевидная кость является одной из костей запястья.

  The trapezium is one of the bones in the wrist.

• Во время рентгена врач заметил перелом трапециевидной кости.

  During the X-ray, the doctor noticed a fracture in the trapezium bone.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The primary translation "трапеция" is a feminine noun in the second declension. It follows standard Russian noun patterns with regular inflections based on case and number. Below is a table of its declensions:

For "трапециевидная кость", it is a compound noun where "траpeciевидная" (adjective) inflects as a feminine adjective, and "кость" (noun) inflects as a feminine noun in the third declension. It has regular inflections similar to other feminine nouns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • трапеция - No direct synonyms, but "неравнобедренная трапеция" for a specific type (isosceles trapezium variant).
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as this is a specific geometric term.

Related Phrases:

• Равнобочная трапеция - An isosceles trapezium; used in geometry to describe a trapezium with equal non-parallel sides.
• Прямая трапеция - A right-angled trapezium; refers to a trapezium with right angles.
• Трапеция в архитектуре - Trapezium in architecture; common in design contexts.

Usage Notes:

The English word "trapezium" can be ambiguous depending on the variant of English. In Russian, "трапеция" aligns more closely with the British English meaning (a quadrilateral with one pair of parallel sides). For American English users, note that "трапеция" corresponds to "trapezoid" in their dialect. Always consider the context: use "трапеция" in mathematical discussions and "трапециевидная кость" in anatomical ones. Grammatically, ensure proper declension based on sentence structure, as Russian nouns change form extensively.

• When choosing between translations, opt for "трапеция" for general geometry and "трапециевидная кость" for medical contexts to maintain precision.
• In formal writing, pair it with adjectives like "прямая" for specificity.

Common Errors:

English learners often confuse "трапеция" with "трапеция" in American English (which means "trapezoid"). Error: Saying "трапеция" when meaning a quadrilateral with no parallel sides. Correct: Use "трапеция" only for shapes with parallel sides. Another common mistake is improper declension, e.g., using the nominative "трапеция" in all cases. Example of error: "Я видел трапеция" (incorrect); Correct: "Я видел трапецию" (accusative case). This happens because English doesn't have cases, so learners forget to adjust for Russian grammar.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and education, geometric terms like "трапеция" are emphasized in school curricula, reflecting the importance of mathematics in STEM fields. However, there are no significant cultural connotations beyond its scientific usage, unlike some words tied to folklore or history.

Related Concepts:

• квадрат (square)
• прямоугольник (rectangle)
• ромб (rhombus)
• трапециевидная кость (for anatomical link)