Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'accumulation'

English Word: accumulation

Key Russian Translations:

• накопление [nəkɐˈplʲenʲije] - [Formal, used in general and academic contexts]
• аккумуляция [ɐkʊmʊˈlatsɨjə] - [Formal, often in scientific or technical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (This word and its translations are commonly encountered in educational, economic, and everyday discussions, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of noun declensions and contextual usage. For 'накопление', it's B2; for 'аккумуляция', it may lean towards B2-C1 due to its specialized connotations.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

накопление: [nəkɐˈplʲenʲije]

аккумуляция: [ɐkʊmʊˈlatsɨjə]

Note on накопление: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ('plen'), and the 'п' is pronounced softly as [plʲ], which can be challenging for English speakers due to Russian palatalization.

Note on аккумуляция: This word has a more borrowed feel from Latin roots, with emphasis on the third syllable; be mindful of the rolling 'р' sound if present in variants.

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Meanings and Usage:

The process of gradually gathering or increasing something (e.g., wealth, data).

Translation(s) & Context:

• накопление - Used in formal or academic settings, such as economics or science, to describe gradual buildup.
• аккумуляция - Applied in technical contexts, like physics or finance, for more specialized accumulation processes.

Usage Examples:

• В экономике накопление капитала является ключевым фактором роста. (In economics, the accumulation of capital is a key factor for growth.)

  English: In economics, the accumulation of capital is a key factor for growth.

• Ее накопление опыта в этой области помогло ей получить повышение. (Her accumulation of experience in this field helped her get a promotion.)

  English: Her accumulation of experience in this field helped her get a promotion.

• Аккумуляция данных в системе позволяет анализировать тенденции рынка. (The accumulation of data in the system allows for analyzing market trends.)

  English: The accumulation of data in the system allows for analyzing market trends.

• Постепенное накопление снега привело к лавине в горах. (The gradual accumulation of snow led to an avalanche in the mountains.)

  English: The gradual accumulation of snow led to an avalanche in the mountains.

• В процессе аккумуляция энергии в аккумуляторе происходит за счет химических реакций. (In the process, energy accumulation in the battery occurs through chemical reactions.)

  English: In the process, energy accumulation in the battery occurs through chemical reactions.

A mass or quantity that has been accumulated (e.g., a pile or collection).

Translation(s) & Context:

• накопление - Common in everyday language for physical or metaphorical piles, like debt or resources.
• аккумуляция - Less common here, but used for concentrated masses in scientific contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Накопление мусора на улице создает проблемы для города. (The accumulation of garbage on the street creates problems for the city.)

  English: The accumulation of garbage on the street creates problems for the city.

• Его накопление книг в библиотеке впечатляет коллекционеров. (His accumulation of books in the library impresses collectors.)

  English: His accumulation of books in the library impresses collectors.

• Аккумуляция осадков в реке привела к наводнению. (The accumulation of sediments in the river led to flooding.)

  English: The accumulation of sediments in the river led to flooding.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'накопление' and 'аккумуляция' are neuter nouns in Russian, following standard declension patterns for third-declension nouns. 'Накопление' is more common and regular, while 'аккумуляция' is less inflected in everyday use.

Note: These nouns do not change for gender but must agree in case with other words in the sentence.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • сбор (sbor) - More general, often for physical gathering; differs from накопление by implying active collection.
  • нарастание (narastanie) - Emphasizes gradual increase, commonly in contexts like tension or growth.
  • аккумуляция (as above, but can be synonymous in technical uses).
• Antonyms:
  • расход (rashod) - Refers to expenditure or depletion.
  • растрата (rastrata) - Implies wasteful spending or loss.

Related Phrases:

• накопление капитала - (Accumulation of capital; commonly used in economic discussions to describe wealth building.)
• накопление опыта - (Accumulation of experience; refers to gaining skills over time in professional contexts.)
• аккумуляция энергии - (Energy accumulation; used in physics or technology for storing power, e.g., in batteries.)

Usage Notes:

'Накопление' directly corresponds to the English 'accumulation' in most contexts, making it a versatile choice for formal writing or speech. However, 'аккумуляция' is preferred in scientific or technical fields due to its precision. Be aware of Russian's case system: always adjust the noun to match the sentence structure, e.g., use genitive for possession. In informal settings, simpler synonyms like 'сбор' might be more appropriate. When choosing between translations, opt for 'накопление' for everyday use and 'аккумуляция' for specialized topics.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'накопление' without proper case agreement, e.g., saying "в накопление" instead of "в накоплении" (prepositional case). Correct: "в накоплении капитала". Explanation: Russian nouns must inflect based on their role in the sentence; this mistake often stems from direct word-for-word translation from English.

• Error: Confusing 'накопление' with 'накопитель' (which means 'accumulator' as in a device). Correct: Use 'накопление' for the process. Explanation: Learners might mix up noun forms; always check the context to avoid implying a physical object.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and history, concepts like 'накопление капитала' are tied to economic reforms, such as those during the Soviet era or post-Soviet privatization, where accumulation often symbolized personal or national progress. This reflects a broader cultural emphasis on resilience and long-term building, as seen in literature like Tolstoy's works, where accumulation of wealth or knowledge drives character development.

Related Concepts:

• инвестирование (investing)
• рост (growth)
• экономия (economy or saving)