Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'vintage'

English Word: vintage

Key Russian Translations:

• винтаж [ˈvintɑʒ] - [Borrowed from English, Informal, Used in modern contexts like fashion and wine]
• винтажный [vʲɪnˈtaʐnɨj] - [Adjective form, Informal, Plural: винтажные, Used to describe styles or items]

Frequency: Medium (Common in specialized contexts like wine, fashion, and antiques, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with loanwords and basic noun/adjective inflections in Russian)

Pronunciation (Russian):

винтаж: [ˈvintɑʒ]

Note on винтаж: The stress is on the first syllable; this word is a loanword from English/French, so pronunciation may vary slightly by region, with a softer 'zh' sound in some dialects.

винтажный: [vʲɪnˈtaʐnɨj]

Note on винтажный: The 'й' at the end is a soft palatal approximant; pay attention to the adjective ending for gender agreement.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Referring to wine or produce from a specific year or harvest.

Translation(s) & Context:

• винтаж - Used in contexts related to wine collecting or quality assessment, often in formal or enthusiast discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Это вино отличного винтажа 2010 года.

  This is an excellent vintage wine from 2010.

• Винтаж этого шампанского придает ему особый вкус.

  The vintage of this champagne gives it a unique flavor.

• Коллекционеры предпочитают вина редких винтажей.

  Collectors prefer wines from rare vintages.

• Винтаж 1995 года стал легендой в мире виноделия.

  The 1995 vintage became a legend in the world of winemaking.

Meaning 2: Referring to something old-fashioned, classic, or retro in style (e.g., clothing or design).

Translation(s) & Context:

• винтажный - Used as an adjective for items with a nostalgic or historical appeal, common in fashion and interior design contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Ее винтажное платье из 60-х годов выглядит потрясающе.

  Her vintage dress from the 1960s looks amazing.

• Винтажные украшения всегда в моде среди молодежи.

  Vintage jewelry is always in fashion among young people.

• Этот магазин специализируется на винтажной мебели.

  This store specializes in vintage furniture.

• Винтажный стиль интерьера включает элементы из прошлого века.

  The vintage style of interior design includes elements from the past century.

• Она коллекционирует винтажные постеры советской эпохи.

  She collects vintage posters from the Soviet era.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Винтаж" is a masculine noun (often treated as indeclinable due to its status as a loanword, but it can follow basic patterns). "Винтажный" is an adjective with regular inflections based on gender, number, and case.

Note: As a loanword, "винтаж" may not always inflect fully in informal usage.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: урожай (for wine harvest), ретро (for style) - "Ретро" is more culturally specific and often implies a nostalgic feel.
• Antonyms: современный (modern) - Refers to contemporary styles, contrasting with the retro aspect.

Related Phrases:

• Винтажное вино - A vintage wine; refers to aged, high-quality wine with historical value.
• Винтажный стиль - Vintage style; used in fashion to describe retro trends.
• Коллекция винтажных вещей - Collection of vintage items; common in antique markets or thrift stores.

Usage Notes:

"Винтаж" directly corresponds to the English "vintage" as a noun, especially in wine contexts, but it's a borrowed term and may sound more formal or specialized in Russian. For the adjective form ("винтажный"), ensure agreement with the noun's gender, number, and case, as per standard Russian adjective rules. It's often used in informal or creative contexts like fashion blogs, but avoid it in purely traditional Russian settings where native equivalents like "ретро" might be preferred. When choosing between translations, use "винтаж" for precise wine-related meanings and "винтажный" for stylistic descriptions.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using "винтаж" without proper case inflection, e.g., saying "Я люблю винтаж" in a context requiring genitive like "Я люблю вина винтаж".
  Correct: "Я люблю вина винтажа".
  Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case; learners often forget inflections for loanwords.
• Mistake: Misapplying the adjective "винтажный" without gender agreement, e.g., "винтажный платье" instead of "винтажное платье" for neuter nouns.
  Correct: "Винтажное платье".
  Explanation: Adjectives in Russian must match the noun they describe, which can confuse English speakers used to invariable adjectives.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "винтаж" often carries connotations of luxury and nostalgia, particularly in the context of Soviet-era items or Western imports. For instance, vintage clothing from the 1960s might evoke memories of the Thaw period in Soviet history, symbolizing a blend of global trends with local heritage. This term highlights Russia's growing interest in global consumerism while preserving historical elements.

Related Concepts:

• ретро
• антиквариат
• классика