Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'triangle'

English Word: triangle

Key Russian Translations:

• треугольник [/trʲɪˈɡo.lʲnʲɪk/] - [Formal, Used in mathematical and everyday contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in educational, scientific, and everyday discussions, but not as ubiquitous as basic vocabulary like "house").

Difficulty: A2 (Elementary level per CEFR; straightforward for beginners due to regular noun patterns, but requires basic understanding of Russian declensions).

Pronunciation (Russian):

треугольник: /trʲɪˈɡo.lʲnʲɪk/

Note on треугольник: The stress falls on the third syllable ("gol"), and the "r" is palatalized, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronounce it with a soft "l" sound as in "million".

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Meanings and Usage:

A polygon with three edges and three vertices (Geometric shape)

Translation(s) & Context:

• треугольник - Used in mathematical, educational, or descriptive contexts, such as geometry or diagrams.

Usage Examples:

• Это равнобедренный треугольник.

  This is an isosceles triangle.

• Нарисуйте треугольник на доске.

  Draw a triangle on the board.

• В геометрии треугольник имеет три стороны.

  In geometry, a triangle has three sides.

• Треугольник в этом узоре символизирует стабильность.

  The triangle in this pattern symbolizes stability.

Alternative meaning: A percussion instrument (Musical triangle)

Translation(s) & Context:

• треугольник - Used in musical contexts, though less common; may be specified as "музыкальный треугольник" for clarity.

Usage Examples:

• Музыкант ударил по треугольнику.

  The musician struck the triangle.

• Треугольник добавляет ритм в оркестр.

  The triangle adds rhythm to the orchestra.

• В набор инструментов входит треугольник.

  The set of instruments includes a triangle.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Треугольник" is a masculine noun in the second declension. It follows regular patterns for most cases but has no irregularities. Below is a declension table for clarity:

Note: The word does not change in the plural for some contexts, but the above is standard. For the musical meaning, inflections remain the same.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • тригранник (less common, used in specific geometric contexts; implies a three-faced shape)
• Antonyms:
  • квадрат (square; contrasts as a four-sided shape)
  • круг (circle; contrasts as a curved shape)

Related Phrases:

• равнобедренный треугольник - An isosceles triangle; used in geometry to describe a triangle with two equal sides.
• прямоугольный треугольник - A right-angled triangle; common in mathematical problems and engineering.
• треугольник любви - Love triangle; a metaphorical phrase in literature or psychology, referring to romantic conflicts.

Usage Notes:

"Треугольник" directly corresponds to the English "triangle" in most contexts, but English speakers should note its gender (masculine) and required declensions in Russian sentences. For formal or academic use, it's neutral and versatile. When choosing between translations, use "треугольник" for geometric shapes and specify "музыкальный треугольник" for the instrument to avoid ambiguity. In everyday speech, it's often used without articles, unlike English.

• Grammar tip: Always decline it based on its role in the sentence, e.g., "в треугольнике" (in the triangle).
• Context tip: In Russian culture, triangles may appear in folk art or symbols, so usage can extend metaphorically.

Common Errors:

• Error: Forgetting to decline the noun, e.g., saying "в треугольник" instead of "в треугольнике" (correct: in the triangle).

  Correct usage: "Я рисую треугольник" (I am drawing a triangle), but "Я рисую в треугольнике" is incorrect; use "Я рисую треугольник на бумаге". Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, which English lacks.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like "треугольность" (triangularity), leading to misuse in descriptions.

  Correct usage: Use "треугольный" for adjectives, e.g., "треугольный стол" (triangular table), not "треугольник стол". Explanation: "Треугольник" is a noun, so pair it correctly with adjectives or in phrases.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the triangle often symbolizes stability or the Holy Trinity in Orthodox iconography, appearing in religious art and architecture. Additionally, in folklore and modern design, triangles represent balance, as seen in traditional patterns like those in matryoshka dolls or Soviet-era graphics, adding a layer of cultural depth beyond its geometric meaning.

Related Concepts:

• квадрат (square)
• круг (circle)
• многоугольник (polygon)