Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'tub'

English Word: tub

Key Russian Translations:

• ванна [ˈvanə] - [Formal, used for a bathtub or large container for bathing]
• ведро [ˈvʲedrə] - [Informal, used for a bucket or small tub for carrying liquids]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in everyday contexts like household items, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: A2 (Elementary, suitable for beginners; involves basic noun declensions, but straightforward for English speakers)

Pronunciation (Russian):

ванна: [ˈvanə]

Note on ванна: The stress is on the first syllable; the 'н' is pronounced as a soft 'n' sound, which can be challenging for beginners. Be careful with the double 'н' which doesn't affect pronunciation significantly.

ведро: [ˈvʲedrə]

Note on ведро: The 'в' is followed by a palatalized 'е', making a soft 'v' sound; practice the rolling 'р' for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A large container for bathing (e.g., bathtub)

Translation(s) & Context:

• ванна - Used in formal or everyday contexts when referring to bathroom fixtures or bathing equipment.

Usage Examples:

• Я наполняю ванну горячей водой. (Ya napolnyayu vannyu goryachey vodoy.)

  I am filling the tub with hot water. (This example shows the noun in a simple present tense context for daily routines.)

• Ванна в нашей ванной комнате очень просторная. (Vanna v nashey vannoy komnate ochen' prostornaya.)

  The tub in our bathroom is very spacious. (Demonstrates the noun in a descriptive sentence, highlighting possessive structures.)

• После тяжелого дня я люблю расслабиться в ванне. (Posle tyazhelogo dnya ya lyublyu rasslabitsya v vanne.)

  After a hard day, I love to relax in the tub. (Illustrates usage in emotional or relaxation contexts.)

• Дети играют в ванне с игрушками. (Deti igrayut v vanne s igrushkami.)

  The children are playing in the tub with toys. (Shows the noun in a playful, family-oriented scenario.)

• Ванна нуждается в ремонте после затопления. (Vanna nuzhdaetsya v remonte posle zatopleniya.)

  The tub needs repair after the flooding. (Example in a problem-solving context, involving maintenance.)

Meaning 2: A small container for carrying or storing (e.g., bucket)

Translation(s) & Context:

• ведро - Used in informal, practical contexts like gardening, cleaning, or carrying water.

Usage Examples:

• Я ношу ведро воды из колодца. (Ya noshu vedro vody iz kolodtsa.)

  I am carrying a tub of water from the well. (This shows the noun in an action-oriented sentence for outdoor tasks.)

• Ведро для мусора стоит в углу. (Vedro dlya musora stoit v uglu.)

  The tub for garbage is in the corner. (Demonstrates usage with modifiers, like in household organization.)

• Он наполнил ведро песком на пляже. (On napolnil vedro peskom na plyazhe.)

  He filled the tub with sand at the beach. (Example in a recreational or playful context.)

• Ведро сломалось во время работы. (Vedro slomalos' vo vremya raboty.)

  The tub broke during work. (Illustrates the noun in a narrative about accidents.)

• Мы используем ведро для сбора фруктов. (My ispol'zuem vedro dlya sbora fruktov.)

  We use the tub for collecting fruits. (Shows application in agricultural or daily collection tasks.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both translations are nouns. In Russian, nouns change based on case, number, and gender. ванна is a feminine noun (3rd declension), while ведро is a neuter noun (2nd declension). They follow regular patterns but have specific endings.

Note: These are regular inflections; no irregularities for these words.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms for ванна: корыто (koryto) - A trough, often used in rural contexts; ваннача (vannacha) - A diminutive form for a small tub.
• Synonyms for ведро: ковш (kovsh) - A ladle or small bucket; бочка (boschka) - A barrel, for larger containers.
• Antonyms: None directly applicable, as these are concrete nouns; conceptually, something like пустота (pustota) for emptiness, but not precise.

Related Phrases:

• Наполнить ванну (Napolnit' vannyu) - To fill the tub; used for preparing a bath.
• Ведро воды (Vedro vody) - A bucket of water; common in cleaning or outdoor activities.
• Горячая ванна (Goryachaya vanna) - Hot tub; refers to a relaxing bath in wellness contexts.

Usage Notes:

The English word "tub" can translate to different Russian words based on context: use "ванна" for bathing-related scenarios and "ведро" for utility containers. In formal writing, prefer "ванна" over slang. Be mindful of gender agreements in sentences, e.g., adjectives must match the feminine/neuter form. When choosing between translations, consider the size and purpose: "ванна" implies larger, fixed items, while "ведро" is portable.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misusing cases, e.g., saying "в ванна" instead of "в ванне". Correct: Use the prepositional case for locations. Explanation: Russian requires nouns to change based on their role in the sentence; "в ванне" means "in the tub".
• Error: Confusing with similar words, e.g., using "бочка" (barrel) when "ведро" is needed. Correct: "ведро" for smaller buckets. Explanation: English speakers might overgeneralize, but Russian has specific terms for container sizes.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "ванна" is often associated with relaxation and self-care, as in the tradition of banyas (saunas), where bathing in a tub is a social ritual. "Ведро" might evoke rural life, like fetching water from wells, reflecting historical contexts in Russian literature and folklore.

Related Concepts:

• душ (dush) - Shower
• краны (krany) - Faucets
• бассейн (basseyn) - Pool