Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Accordingly'

English Word: Accordingly

Key Russian Translations:

• соответственно [səətˈvʲetstvʲɪnnə] - [Formal, Commonly Used]
• в соответствии с [v səətˈvʲetstvʲɪɪ s] - [Formal, Prepositional Phrase]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

соответственно: [səətˈvʲetstvʲɪnnə]

Note on соответственно: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "о" in the first syllable is reduced to a schwa sound.

в соответствии с: [v səətˈvʲetstvʲɪɪ s]

Note on в соответствии с: Ensure proper stress on "соответствии" (third syllable). The preposition "с" is pronounced softly.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. In a way that is suitable or proper in the circumstances

Translation(s) & Context:

• соответственно - Used to indicate a logical consequence or alignment with a situation.
• в соответствии с - Often used in formal contexts to mean "in accordance with" a rule or condition.

Usage Examples:

• Он был болен, и, соответственно, не пришел на работу.

  He was sick and, accordingly, did not come to work.

• Мы действовали в соответствии с инструкциями.

  We acted in accordance with the instructions.

• Цены выросли, соответственно, спрос упал.

  Prices rose, and accordingly, demand fell.

• В соответствии с договором, оплата должна быть произведена до конца месяца.

  In accordance with the contract, payment must be made by the end of the month.

• Решение было принято, и мы, соответственно, начали подготовку.

  The decision was made, and accordingly, we started preparations.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

соответственно: This is an adverb and does not inflect. It remains unchanged regardless of context.

в соответствии с: This is a prepositional phrase. "соответствии" is the prepositional case of the noun "соответствие" (neuter). The preposition "с" requires the instrumental case for the noun that follows (e.g., "с инструкциями").

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for соответственно:

• таким образом
• поэтому

Note: "таким образом" is often more formal and explanatory, while "поэтому" is more causal.

Synonyms for в соответствии с:

• согласно
• по

Antonyms: None directly applicable, as these terms are context-dependent.

Related Phrases:

• соответственно сказанному - "Accordingly to what was said"; used in formal discussions or texts.
• в соответствии с законом - "In accordance with the law"; common in legal contexts.
• действовать соответственно - "To act accordingly"; implies following a logical course of action.

Usage Notes:

• "соответственно" is more versatile and can be used in both written and spoken Russian to indicate a logical result or correspondence. It often appears in the middle or at the start of a clause.
• "в соответствии с" is a more formal expression, typically used with specific rules, laws, or conditions. It is often followed by a noun in the instrumental case.
• English speakers should note that direct translation of "accordingly" might not always fit; context determines whether "соответственно" or "в соответствии с" is more appropriate.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "соответственно" when a prepositional phrase like "в соответствии с" is needed in formal contexts. For example, saying "соответственно закону" (incorrect) instead of "в соответствии с законом" (correct). Explanation: "соответственно" does not pair with specific objects like laws or rules; use the prepositional phrase instead.
• Error: Misplacing "соответственно" in a sentence, e.g., at the end of a clause where it sounds unnatural. Correct Usage: Place it before the logical result, as in "Он опоздал, соответственно, пропустил начало."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian formal writing and speech, especially in legal or bureaucratic contexts, "в соответствии с" is extremely common and reflects a cultural emphasis on precision and adherence to rules. Using it correctly can make communication appear more professional to native speakers.

Related Concepts:

• таким образом
• поэтому
• согласно