Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Accessible'

English Word: Accessible

Key Russian Translations:

• доступный [dɐˈstupnɨj] - [Formal, Informal, General Use]
• легкодоступный [lʲɪxkɐˈdɐstupnɨj] - [Informal, Emphasis on Ease]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "доступный"; B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for "легкодоступный"

Pronunciation (Russian):

доступный: [dɐˈstupnɨj]

Note on доступный: The stress falls on the second syllable. The "ы" sound is a distinct Russian vowel, pronounced as a short, relaxed "i".

легкодоступный: [lʲɪxkɐˈdɐstupnɨj]

Note on легкодоступный: The stress is on the fourth syllable. The "л" is palatalized due to the following "е".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Easy to Approach or Reach (Physical or Abstract)

Translation(s) & Context:

• доступный - Used for things that are easy to obtain, reach, or understand, such as information or places.
• легкодоступный - Often used to emphasize extreme ease of access, sometimes with a slightly negative connotation (e.g., "too easily accessible").

Usage Examples:

• Эта информация доступна всем пользователям.

  This information is accessible to all users.

• Магазин находится в доступном месте.

  The store is in an accessible location.

• Эти ресурсы легкодоступны через интернет.

  These resources are easily accessible via the internet.

• Его лекции всегда доступны для понимания.

  His lectures are always accessible for understanding.

• Некоторые материалы стали слишком легкодоступными для детей.

  Some materials have become too easily accessible to children.

2. Affordable or Within Reach (Financially)

Translation(s) & Context:

• доступный - Commonly used to describe something affordable or reasonably priced.

Usage Examples:

• Этот телефон доступен по цене для студентов.

  This phone is accessible in price for students.

• Мы ищем доступное жильё в этом районе.

  We are looking for affordable housing in this area.

• Доступные билеты на концерт быстро раскупили.

  Affordable tickets for the concert sold out quickly.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

доступный (Adjective): This word follows standard Russian adjective declension rules based on gender, number, and case.

Note: Other cases (Accusative, Instrumental, Prepositional) follow similar patterns. The adjective agrees with the noun it modifies.

легкодоступный (Adjective): Follows the same declension rules as "доступный".

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for доступный:

• понятный (understandable)
• открытый (open, available)
• недорогой (inexpensive)

Note: "недорогой" is used specifically for affordability, while "понятный" applies to clarity or comprehension.

Antonyms for доступный:

• недоступный (inaccessible)
• дорогой (expensive)
• сложный (complex)

Related Phrases:

• доступный для всех - Accessible to everyone
• доступ к информации - Access to information
• легкодоступный контент - Easily accessible content

Usage Notes:

• "доступный" is the most versatile and commonly used translation for "accessible", covering physical, financial, and abstract accessibility.
• "легкодоступный" often implies something is almost too easy to access, sometimes carrying a subtle negative tone (e.g., inappropriate content being accessible to minors).
• Ensure agreement between the adjective and the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case, as Russian grammar requires this.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "доступный" without proper agreement with the noun (e.g., saying "доступный книга" instead of "доступная книга" for a feminine noun). Correction: Always match the adjective ending to the noun’s gender and case.
• Error: Confusing "доступный" with "достижимый" (achievable). Explanation: "достижимый" refers to goals or results that can be achieved, not general accessibility.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "доступный" often extends beyond physical or financial access to include social openness. For instance, describing a person as "доступный" might imply they are approachable or easy to talk to, though this usage is less common and context-dependent.

Related Concepts:

• открытость (openness)
• доступность (accessibility)
• удобство (convenience)