Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'achievable'

English Word: achievable

Key Russian Translations:

• осуществимый /ɐˈsutʲstvʲimɨj/ - [Formal, Adjective]
• достижимый /dɐˈstʲiʐɨmɨj/ - [Informal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium (This word is commonly used in discussions about goals and possibilities but not in everyday casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of adjective inflections and abstract concepts, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of basic grammar.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

осуществимый: /ɐˈsutʲstvʲimɨj/

Note on осуществимый: The stress is on the third syllable; be careful with the palatalized 't' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers.

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достижимый: /dɐˈstʲiʐɨmɨj/

Note on достижимый: Pronounce the 'zh' sound as in 'measure'; this word has a softer ending due to palatalization.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Capable of being achieved or accomplished (refers to something realistic and attainable).

Translation(s) & Context:

• осуществимый - Used in formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions, to describe goals that are practically possible.
• достижимый - Applied in everyday conversations, especially motivational or personal development contexts, to indicate something within reach.

Usage Examples:

• Эта цель вполне осуществима, если мы правильно спланируем наш бюджет.

  This goal is quite achievable if we plan our budget properly.

• Для начинающих спортсменов достижимый результат — это улучшение личного рекорда.

  For beginner athletes, an achievable result is improving their personal record.

• В современном мире многие мечты становятся осуществимыми благодаря технологиям.

  In the modern world, many dreams become achievable thanks to technology.

• Если вы поставите реалистичные задачи, они будут более достижимыми в повседневной жизни.

  If you set realistic tasks, they will be more achievable in everyday life.

• Проект был признан осуществимым после тщательного анализа рисков.

  The project was deemed achievable after a thorough risk analysis.

Meaning 2: Feasible or possible to attain (with an emphasis on effort or conditions).

Translation(s) & Context:

• достижимый - Often used in motivational contexts to encourage action, implying that success depends on dedication.
• осуществимый - In professional settings, to denote practicality based on resources.

Usage Examples:

• С помощью правильного обучения, высокие баллы на экзамене становятся достижимыми.

  With proper training, high scores on the exam become achievable.

• Эта идея не осуществима без дополнительного финансирования.

  This idea is not achievable without additional funding.

• Для молодых предпринимателей успех в бизнесе вполне достижим, но требует терпения.

  For young entrepreneurs, success in business is quite achievable but requires patience.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "осуществимый" and "достижимый" are adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow standard patterns for hard-stem adjectives.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular forms but must agree with the noun in all aspects.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • возможно (possibly; more adverbial, used for general feasibility)
  • реальный (realistic; implies practicality in a broader sense)
• Antonyms:
  • неосуществимый (unachievable; directly opposite, emphasizing impossibility)
  • недостижимый (unattainable; often used in emotional or aspirational contexts)

Related Phrases:

• осуществимая цель - An achievable goal; used in planning and strategy contexts.
• достижимый уровень - An achievable level; common in education or sports to set realistic targets.
• сделать осуществимым - To make achievable; implies turning an idea into reality through effort.

Usage Notes:

"Осуществимый" is more formal and often appears in written or professional language, while "достижимый" is versatile for spoken Russian. When translating 'achievable', choose based on context: use "осуществимый" for abstract or planned scenarios, and "достижимый" for personal motivation. Always ensure the adjective agrees with the noun in gender, number, and case to maintain grammatical accuracy. For example, in negative constructions, add "не" before the adjective (e.g., неосуществимый).

Common Errors:

• Error: Forgetting to inflect the adjective, e.g., saying "осуществимый план" for a feminine noun like "идея" instead of "осуществимая идея".

  Correct: Use the proper form, such as "осуществимая идея". Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with nouns, unlike in English where 'achievable' doesn't change.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like "возможный" (possible), leading to misuse in contexts requiring effort, e.g., saying "возможный цель" instead of "осуществимая цель".

  Correct: Use "осуществимая цель" for something that can be achieved through action. Explanation: "Возможный" means theoretically possible, not necessarily attainable with effort.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "осуществимый" and "достижимый" often tie into themes of perseverance and realism, influenced by historical contexts such as Soviet-era planning. For instance, in literature and motivational speeches, these terms emphasize the value of setting practical goals amid challenges, reflecting a cultural appreciation for structured ambition.

Related Concepts:

• цель (goal)
• успех (success)
• реальность (reality)