Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Adoption'

English Word: Adoption

Key Russian Translations:

• усыновление [ʊsɨnɐvˈlʲenʲɪjə] - [Formal, Neutral]
• удочерение [ʊdɐtɕɪˈrʲenʲɪjə] - [Formal, Used specifically for adopting a female child]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

усыновление: [ʊsɨnɐvˈlʲenʲɪjə]

Note on усыновление: Stress falls on the fourth syllable. The "ы" sound is unique to Russian and may be challenging for English speakers.

удочерение: [ʊdɐtɕɪˈrʲenʲɪjə]

Note on удочерение: Stress falls on the fourth syllable. Pay attention to the soft "ч" sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Legal act of taking a child into one's family

Translation(s) & Context:

• усыновление - General term for adoption, used for both male and female children in most contexts.
• удочерение - Specifically used when adopting a female child, though less common in everyday speech.

Usage Examples:

• Процесс усыновления в России может быть сложным.

  The adoption process in Russia can be complicated.

• Они решили заняться усыновлением ребенка из детского дома.

  They decided to proceed with the adoption of a child from an orphanage.

• Удочерение девочки стало для них большим счастьем.

  Adopting the girl brought them great happiness.

• Усыновление требует много времени и терпения.

  Adoption requires a lot of time and patience.

• Она рассказала о своем опыте удочерения на форуме.

  She shared her experience of adopting a daughter on a forum.

2. Acceptance or implementation (e.g., of ideas, policies)

Translation(s) & Context:

• принятие - Used metaphorically for the adoption of ideas, laws, or policies.

Usage Examples:

• Принятие нового закона вызвало споры.

  The adoption of the new law sparked debates.

• Принятие этой идеи требует времени.

  The adoption of this idea takes time.

• Мы поддерживаем принятие инновационных технологий.

  We support the adoption of innovative technologies.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

усыновление (neuter noun):

Note: No plural form as it is typically an abstract concept.

удочерение (neuter noun): Follows similar declension patterns as усыновление.

принятие (neuter noun): Follows standard neuter noun declension rules.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for усыновление:

• опекунство (guardianship, slightly different legal context)

Note: опекунство often implies temporary care rather than permanent adoption.

Antonyms for усыновление:

• отказ (abandonment or refusal)

Related Phrases:

• процесс усыновления - The adoption process.
• документы на усыновление - Adoption documents.
• принятие решения - Adoption of a decision (metaphorical use).

Usage Notes:

• While "усыновление" is the general term for adoption and can be used for both genders, "удочерение" is specifically for adopting a female child and is less commonly used in casual speech.
• For metaphorical uses (e.g., adoption of ideas or policies), "принятие" is the appropriate translation and should not be confused with the legal adoption of a child.
• Ensure correct stress in pronunciation, as misplacing stress can lead to misunderstandings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "усыновление" when referring specifically to adopting a girl in formal contexts where "удочерение" would be more precise.
  Incorrect: Усыновление девочки было оформлено.
  Correct: Удочерение девочки было оформлено.
  Explanation: While "усыновление" is acceptable in most cases, "удочерение" is more precise for a female child in formal or legal contexts.
• Error: Using "принятие" for child adoption.
  Incorrect: Принятие ребенка в семью.
  Correct: Усыновление ребенка в семью.
  Explanation: "Принятие" is used for abstract concepts, not for the legal act of adopting a child.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, the process of adoption (усыновление) is often associated with strict legal procedures and cultural stigmas around orphanages. Discussing adoption can be a sensitive topic, and it is important to approach it with tact in conversations.

Related Concepts:

• опека (guardianship)
• приемная семья (foster family)
• детский дом (orphanage)