Blade против Edge против Knife против Sword

Когда что использовать в английском, со значением, регистром и примерами.

Blade

Топ 2000 (частое) C1 noun

Edge

Топ 1000 (очень частое) B1 noun

Knife

Топ 2000 (частое) A2 noun

Sword

Топ 1000 (очень частое) C1 noun

	Blade	Edge	Knife	Sword
Произношение	🇬🇧 /["/bleɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/bleɪd/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/edʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/edʒ/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/naɪf/","/naɪvz/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/naɪf/","/naɪvz/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/sɔːd/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/sɔːrd/"]/
Значение	Тонкая, острая кромка ножа, меча или подобного инструмента. The thin, sharp edge of a knife, sword, or similar tool.	The line or border where something ends; a sharp part.	Инструмент с острым лезвием для резки. A tool with a sharp blade used for cutting.	Оружие с длинным металлическим лезвием и рукояткой. A weapon with a long metal blade and a handle.
Пример	The machine comes with a plastic guard over the blade to protect the operator.	She stood at the edge of the cliff, looking down at the water.	She used a knife to cut the vegetables more easily.	to **draw/sheathe a sword** *(= to take it out of/put it into its cover)*
Регистр	Нейтральное	Нейтральное	Нейтральное	Нейтральное
Насколько частое	Топ 2000 (частое)	Топ 1000 (очень частое)	Топ 2000 (частое)	Топ 1000 (очень частое)
Уровень CEFR	C1	B1	A2	C1
Часть речи	noun	noun	noun	noun
Сочетания	sharp, blunt, dull, sharpen, draw, sheathe, sharp, blunt, dull, sharpen, draw, sheathe	top, upper, bottom, reach, skirt, clutch, along the edge, around the edge, round the edge, right on the edge, razor-sharp, sharp, cutting, sharpen, competitive, slight, big, give somebody/​something, gain, have, edge over, razor-sharp, sharp, cutting, sharpen	blunt, dull, sharp, set, pick up, lay down, put down, cut, slice, clatter, blade, handle, block, with a/​the knife, the blade of a knife, the handle of a knife, go under the surgeon’s knife	long, short, sharp, be armed with, carry, hold, arm, belt, blade, sword of, be put to the sword, the blade, edge, hilt, tip, etc. of a sword
Антонимы	handle, hilt	center, middle, interior	sword, blunt weapon	shield, defense
Частые ошибки	Confused with 'blades' as in 'blades of grass'., Using 'blade' to refer to the entire knife instead of just the sharp part., Saying 'blade of the knife' instead of 'blade of a knife' (missing the article).	Confused with 'ledge', meaning a shelf or projecting edge., Using 'edge' as a verb incorrectly., Mistaking 'edge' for 'advantage' in all contexts.	Using 'knifes' as the plural form instead of 'knives'., Confusing 'knife' with 'cutlery' — cutlery refers to a set of utensils., Mixing up the usage with kitchen knives versus utility knives.	Confused with 'sward', which refers to a grassy area., Using 'sword' as a verb instead of a noun.
Заметки по употреблению	Используйте 'лезвие' применительно к режущим инструментам или оружию. Это уместно как в повседневном, так и в формальном контексте, но избегайте использования применительно к нережущим предметам. Use 'blade' when referring to cutting tools or weapons. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid when speaking about non-cutting objects.	The word 'edge' can refer to a physical border or a metaphorical advantage. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual situations when discussing serious topics.	Слово 'нож' используется как в формальном, так и в неформальном контексте, когда речь идет об инструменте для резки. Будьте осторожны, не путайте 'нож' с другими столовыми приборами, такими как 'вилка' или 'ложка'. Use 'knife' in both formal and informal contexts when referring to the cutting tool. Be careful not to confuse 'knife' with other utensils like 'fork' or 'spoon'.	Часто используется в исторических, фэнтезийных и боевых контекстах. Не подходит для повседневных разговоров или несерьезных тем. Commonly used in historical, fantasy, and martial contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversations or non-serious tones.

Посмотри в реальных клипах

The Lord Of The Rings › The return of the king

I can feel his blade.

Game Of Thrones › S1 E1

- (Whimpers) - Put away your blade.

The Lord Of The Rings › The return of the king

I can feel his blade.

Game Of Thrones › S1 E1

- (Whimpers) - Put away your blade.

Blade

He comes at me with the knife.

Peaky Blinders › S1 E1

Knife in his sock. Cosh in his belt.

He comes at me with the knife.

Peaky Blinders › S1 E1

Knife in his sock. Cosh in his belt.

Knife

The Lord Of The Rings › The return of the king

Re-forge the sword.

House Of Dragons › S1 E1

Sword!

The Lord Of The Rings › The return of the king

Re-forge the sword.

House Of Dragons › S1 E1

Sword!

Sword

Частые вопросы: Blade против Edge против Knife против Sword

В чём разница между Blade, Edge, Knife и Sword?

Blade: The thin, sharp edge of a knife, sword, or similar tool. Edge: The line or border where something ends; a sharp part. Knife: A tool with a sharp blade used for cutting. Sword: A weapon with a long metal blade and a handle.

У Blade, Edge, Knife и Sword одинаковый уровень CEFR?

Blade: C1, Edge: B1, Knife: A2, Sword: C1 по шкале CEFR.

Какая часть речи у Blade, Edge, Knife и Sword?

Blade: noun, Edge: noun, Knife: noun, Sword: noun.

Можно показать пример каждого?

Blade: The machine comes with a plastic guard over the blade to protect the operator. Edge: She stood at the edge of the cliff, looking down at the water. Knife: She used a knife to cut the vegetables more easily. Sword: to **draw/sheathe a sword** *(= to take it out of/put it into its cover)*

Можно ли использовать Blade, Edge, Knife и Sword взаимозаменяемо?

Не всегда. Blade, Edge, Knife и Sword близки и иногда пересекаются, но различаются по регистру, частоте и употреблению, поэтому замена одного другим может изменить смысл или тон. Стоит свериться с различиями выше, прежде чем заменять.