Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'adaptive'

English Word: adaptive

Key Russian Translations:

• адаптивный [ɐˈdaptʲɪvnɨj] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical, educational, and scientific contexts, but not everyday conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate level; requires understanding of Russian adjectives and their inflections, suitable for learners with basic grammar knowledge).

Pronunciation (Russian):

адаптивный: [ɐˈdaptʲɪvnɨj]

Note on адаптивный: The stress is on the third syllable (as indicated by [ɐˈdaptʲɪvnɨj]). Be mindful of the palatalized 't' sound ([tʲ]), which is a common challenge for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Able to adjust or adapt to new conditions or changes (e.g., in technology, biology, or learning).

Translation(s) & Context:

• адаптивный - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as describing software, education systems, or biological processes. Common in written Russian or professional discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Эта программа адаптивная, она автоматически подстраивается под размер экрана.

  This program is adaptive; it automatically adjusts to the screen size.

• Адаптивное обучение помогает студентам развиваться в своем темпе.

  Adaptive learning helps students develop at their own pace.

• В природе адаптивные виды выживают в изменяющейся среде.

  In nature, adaptive species survive in changing environments.

• Адаптивный дизайн сайта делает его удобным для мобильных устройств.

  Adaptive website design makes it user-friendly for mobile devices.

• Его адаптивный подход к работе позволяет быстро реагировать на проблемы.

  His adaptive approach to work allows him to respond quickly to problems.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Адаптивный is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ый. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. The base form is masculine singular nominative.

Note: This follows regular adjective declension rules in Russian, with no irregularities for this word.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • гибкий (gibkiy) - More general, implying flexibility; often used in everyday contexts.
  • приспосабливаемый (prisposablivaemyy) - Emphasizes the ability to adapt; slightly more verbose and less common.
• Antonyms:
  • неадаптивный (neadaptivnyy) - Directly opposite, used in technical contexts.
  • жесткий (zhestkiy) - Implies rigidity or inflexibility, common in non-technical discussions.

Related Phrases:

• Адаптивное обучение (adaptivnoe obuchenie) - Adaptive learning; refers to educational methods that adjust to individual needs.
• Адаптивный веб-дизайн (adaptivnyy web-dizayn) - Adaptive web design; a technique for making websites responsive.
• Адаптивная система (adaptivnaya sistema) - Adaptive system; used in technology or biology to describe self-adjusting mechanisms.

Usage Notes:

Адаптивный is a direct cognate of the English "adaptive" and is commonly used in Russian to translate it in contexts like technology, psychology, and education. It is more formal and technical, so avoid it in casual conversations where simpler synonyms like "гибкий" might be preferred. When using it, ensure proper agreement with the noun in gender, number, and case, as Russian adjectives must inflect. For example, choose between English speakers based on context: use it for software (e.g., adaptive algorithms) or personal traits (e.g., adaptive behavior). If multiple translations exist, "адаптивный" is the most precise for modern usage, but "приспосабливаемый" can be used for emphasis on the process of adaptation.

Common Errors:

• Error: Forgetting to inflect the adjective, e.g., saying "адаптивный книга" instead of "адаптивная книга" for a feminine noun like "книга" (book).

  Correct: Адаптивная книга (The adaptive book). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender; here, "книга" is feminine, so use the feminine form.

• Error: Overusing in informal settings, e.g., translating "adaptive" as "адаптивный" in everyday talk when "гибкий" is more natural.

  Correct: Use "гибкий" for casual contexts. Explanation: "Адаптивный" sounds overly technical and may confuse listeners in non-professional conversations.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "adaptive" is often linked to resilience and innovation, especially in the context of historical challenges like rapid technological changes or environmental adaptations. For instance, in education, adaptive learning reflects Russia's emphasis on personalized development in STEM fields, influenced by Soviet-era scientific traditions.

Related Concepts:

• приспособление (prisposoblenie) - Adaptation
• гибкость (gibkost') - Flexibility
• инновация (innovatsiya) - Innovation