Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'videophone'

English Word: videophone

Key Russian Translations:

• видеофон /vʲi.dʲi.oˈfon/ - [Informal, Technological Context]
• видеотелефон /vʲi.dʲi.o.tʲɪ.lʲɪˈfon/ - [Formal, Used in Official or Business Settings]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation but appears in technical or modern communication contexts.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Learners at this level should understand compound words and technological vocabulary, though pronunciation and inflection may require practice.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

видеофон: /vʲi.dʲi.oˈfon/

видеотелефон: /vʲi.dʲi.o.tʲɪ.lʲɪˈfon/

Note on видеофон: The stress is on the third syllable ('o'), and the 'ф' is pronounced as a voiceless labiodental fricative, which can be challenging for English speakers used to 'f' sounds. Variations may occur in fast speech.

Note on видеотелефон: Similar to видеофон, but with an additional syllable; ensure the 'т' is clearly aspirated for clarity in formal contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A device that combines video and audio for remote communication.

Translation(s) & Context:

• видеофон - Used in informal settings, such as casual video calls among friends or in tech discussions.
• видеотелефон - Preferred in formal contexts, like business meetings or official telecommunications.

Usage Examples:

• Я использую видеофон, чтобы поговорить с друзьями за границей.

  I use the videophone to talk to friends abroad.

• В офисе установлен видеотелефон для видеоконференций с партнёрами.

  A videophone is installed in the office for video conferences with partners.

• Мой видеофон сломался, и теперь я не могу видеть собеседника.

  My videophone broke, and now I can't see the person I'm talking to.

• С помощью видеотелефона мы провели важное совещание онлайн.

  Using the videophone, we held an important online meeting.

• В будущем видеофоны станут ещё более популярными в повседневной жизни.

  In the future, videophones will become even more popular in everyday life.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "видеофон" and "видеотелефон" are masculine nouns in Russian, following standard noun declension patterns. They are borrowed words and do not have irregular inflections.

Note: These nouns do not change in the plural for all cases as per standard rules, but they are invariant in some contexts like technical descriptions.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • видеозвонок (more specific to video call apps, often used interchangeably in casual speech)
  • видеотелефония (refers to the technology or system, broader context)
• Antonyms:
  • аудиофон (audio-only phone, emphasizing the lack of video)

Related Phrases:

• Видеофонная связь - Video phone connection (Refers to the act of establishing a video call.)
• Использовать видеотелефон для общения - To use a videophone for communication (Common in professional settings.)
• Онлайн-видеофон - Online videophone (Implies internet-based video calls, like in apps.)

Usage Notes:

"Videophone" directly corresponds to "видеофон" or "видеотелефон" in Russian, but choose based on context: use "видеофон" for everyday tech talk and "видеотелефон" for formal or business scenarios. Be mindful of noun declension when using in sentences, as Russian requires case agreement. This term is more prevalent in urban or tech-savvy environments and may not be familiar in rural areas. When learning, focus on pronunciation to avoid confusion with similar words like "телефон" (phone).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "видео телефон" as two separate words instead of the compound "видеотелефон". Correct: "Видеотелефон" is the standard form. Explanation: In Russian, compound words like this are written as one word for efficiency and clarity in technical contexts.

• Error: Incorrect inflection, e.g., saying "видеофонa" in nominative case. Correct: Use "видеофон" in nominative. Explanation: Learners often mix up cases; always check the sentence structure to apply the right ending.

• Error: Pronouncing the stress wrong, e.g., stressing the first syllable. Correct Pronunciation: /vʲi.dʲi.oˈfon/. Explanation: This can lead to misunderstandings, as stress changes the word's perceived meaning in spoken Russian.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, videophones and video calls have become more prominent with the rise of apps like Skype or Zoom, especially post-pandemic. However, traditional phone etiquette still influences usage, where formal calls might prioritize "видеотелефон" to maintain a professional demeanor, reflecting Russia's emphasis on structured communication in business and government sectors.

Related Concepts:

• телефон
• видеозвонок
• онлайн-конференция