Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Administrator'

English Word: administrator

Key Russian Translations:

• администратор [ˌadmʲɪnʲɪˈstratər] - [Formal, General Use]
• управляющий [ʊprɐˈvlʲajʊʂːɪj] - [Formal, Often in Business/Management Contexts]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

администратор: [ˌadmʲɪnʲɪˈstratər]

Note on администратор: Stress falls on the fourth syllable. The 'р' sound is rolled, typical of Russian pronunciation.

управляющий: [ʊprɐˈvlʲajʊʂːɪj]

Note on управляющий: Stress on the third syllable. The 'щ' sound is a soft 'shch', a common challenge for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Person Managing Systems or Organizations (General)

Translation(s) & Context:

• администратор - Commonly used for someone managing systems, offices, or networks (e.g., system administrator).

Usage Examples:

• Администратор сети отвечает за безопасность данных.

  The network administrator is responsible for data security.

• Я обратился к администратору за помощью с доступом.

  I contacted the administrator for help with access.

• Администратор отеля был очень вежлив.

  The hotel administrator was very polite.

2. Person Managing or Directing (Business/Organization)

Translation(s) & Context:

• управляющий - Often refers to a manager or director in a business or organizational context.

Usage Examples:

• Управляющий компании принял важное решение.

  The company administrator (manager) made an important decision.

• Управляющий филиалом контролирует все операции.

  The branch administrator oversees all operations.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

администратор (Noun, Masculine, Animate):

управляющий (Noun/Adjective, Masculine, Animate): Functions as a noun derived from a participle. Declines similarly to masculine adjectives/nouns. See similar table structure for full declension if needed.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for администратор:

• управляющий
• менеджер

Note: 'менеджер' is more modern and often used in business settings, while 'администратор' can apply to technical or hospitality roles.

Antonyms for администратор:

• подчинённый (subordinate)

Related Phrases:

• администратор системы - system administrator (refers to IT roles).
• управляющий директор - managing director (common in corporate settings).
• администратор базы данных - database administrator (technical context).

Usage Notes:

• 'администратор' is the more general and versatile term, often used for roles in IT, hospitality, or clerical work. It directly corresponds to 'administrator' in English.
• 'управляющий' implies a higher level of authority, often in business or management contexts. Use this term when referring to someone directing operations or a team.
• Be cautious about context: using 'управляющий' in an IT context might confuse listeners, as it leans toward managerial roles.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'управляющий' for a system administrator.
  Incorrect: Управляющий сети (implies a managerial role over a network, which sounds odd).
  Correct: Администратор сети (network administrator).
  Explanation: 'управляющий' suggests human oversight or business management, not technical administration.
• Error: Incorrect stress in pronunciation of 'администратор'.
  Incorrect: Stress on first syllable [ˈadmʲɪnʲɪstratər].
  Correct: Stress on fourth syllable [ˌadmʲɪnʲɪˈstratər].
  Explanation: Stress placement is critical in Russian and can change meaning or sound unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian-speaking contexts, the role of an 'администратор' can vary widely depending on the setting. In Soviet and post-Soviet culture, 'администратор' often referred to clerical or front-desk roles in institutions like hotels or theaters, carrying a sense of formality and authority. Understanding the specific context (e.g., IT vs. hospitality) is key to using the term appropriately.

Related Concepts:

• менеджмент (management)
• управление (administration/control)
• системное администрирование (system administration)