Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'treble'

English Word: treble

Key Russian Translations:

• дискант [dʲɪˈskant] - [Formal, Musical context; refers to high-pitched voice or instrument part]
• тройной [ˈtrojnəj] - [General, Informal; means triple or threefold, often in non-musical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in musical discussions but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate for 'дискант' in musical contexts; A2 for 'тройной' as it's more straightforward)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дискант: [dʲɪˈskant] (stress on the second syllable, with a soft 'd' sound)

тройной: [ˈtrojnəj] (stress on the first syllable, with a clear 'oy' diphthong)

Note on дискант: This word has a palatalized 'd' which can be tricky for English speakers; it sounds softer than in English. For тройной, ensure the 'oy' is not pronounced as a long 'o'.

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Meanings and Usage:

Music: High-pitched sound or voice part

Translation(s) & Context:

• дискант - Used in formal musical settings, such as choir or orchestral arrangements, to denote the highest vocal range.

Usage Examples:

• В хоре дискант звучит особенно ярко во время кульминации.

  In the choir, the treble sounds especially bright during the climax.

• Дискант в этой симфонии добавляет лёгкости и высоты звучанию.

  The treble in this symphony adds lightness and height to the sound.

• Молодой певец освоил дискант для выступления на концерте.

  The young singer mastered the treble for the concert performance.

• В народных песнях дискант часто исполняется детьми.

  In folk songs, the treble is often performed by children.

General: Triple or threefold quantity

Translation(s) & Context:

• тройной - Applied in everyday contexts like mathematics, sports, or descriptions, to mean something multiplied by three.

Usage Examples:

• Эта сделка принесла тройной доход за год.

  This deal brought triple income in a year.

• В футболе команда выиграла тройной титул в сезоне.

  In football, the team won a treble title in the season.

• Тройной кофе поможет мне бодрствовать дольше.

  A treble coffee will help me stay awake longer.

• Инвестиции удвоились, а не утроились, так что это не тройной рост.

  The investments doubled, not tripled, so it's not a treble growth.

• Тройной размер порции удовлетворит даже большой аппетит.

  A treble portion size will satisfy even a large appetite.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For 'дискант' (a masculine noun):

For 'тройной' (an adjective, which follows standard adjectival inflections):

It changes based on gender, number, and case. Example in nominative: тройной (masc.), тройная (fem.), тройное (neuter), тройные (plural). This is a regular adjective with no irregularities.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: верхний (verkhniy - higher, in music), высокий (vysokiy - high-pitched)
• Antonyms: бас (bas - bass, low-pitched), низкий (nizkiy - low)

Note: 'верхний' is often used interchangeably with 'дискант' in musical contexts but implies a broader range.

Related Phrases:

• Дискантовая партия - The treble part (used in sheet music or performances to denote high vocal lines).
• Тройной эффект - Treble effect (refers to a multiplied outcome in scientific or business contexts).
• Тройной прыжок - Treble jump (in sports like athletics, meaning a triple jump).

Usage Notes:

'Дискант' is a precise term in Russian music terminology, directly corresponding to 'treble' in English choral or instrumental contexts, and is typically used in formal or artistic settings. Avoid confusing it with 'сопрано' (soprano), which is more specific to female voices. For 'тройной', it aligns with the quantitative meaning of 'treble' but is more versatile in everyday Russian; choose it over other options when emphasizing multiplication. In sentences, adjectives like 'тройной' must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify, which is a key grammatical point for English learners.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'дискант' interchangeably with 'бас' (bass). Correct: 'Дискант' refers to high pitches, not low ones. Example of error: "Бас в хоре звучит высоко" (incorrect). Correct: "Дискант в хоре звучит высоко". Explanation: English speakers might mix up pitch directions due to similar musical terms.

• Error: Forgetting gender agreement with 'тройной'. Correct: Use 'тройная' for feminine nouns, e.g., "тройная победа" (a treble victory). Example of error: "Тройной победа" (incorrect as it doesn't agree). Explanation: Russian adjectives must inflect, unlike in English where 'treble' remains unchanged.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'дискант' holds significance in traditional folk music and Orthodox choral traditions, where high voices symbolize purity and elevation. For instance, in Russian Orthodox hymns, the treble parts often carry melodic leads, reflecting historical influences from Byzantine chant. This contrasts with Western music, where 'treble' might be more associated with instrumental roles.

Related Concepts:

• бас
• сопрано
• гармония