Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'agrarian'

English Word: agrarian

Key Russian Translations:

• аграрный [aɡraˈrnɨj] - [Formal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in academic, economic, or political discussions related to agriculture, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with borrowed words and formal vocabulary, as per CEFR standards)

Pronunciation (Russian):

аграрный: [aɡraˈrnɨj]

Note on аграрный: The stress falls on the second syllable ('rnɨj'), which can be tricky for learners due to the Russian vowel reductions in unstressed positions. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to agriculture, rural matters, or land-based economies

Translation(s) & Context:

• аграрный - Used in formal contexts, such as discussions on economics, politics, or policy, to describe anything connected to farming or rural development.

Usage Examples:

• В России аграрный сектор остается ключевым элементом национальной экономики.

  In Russia, the agrarian sector remains a key element of the national economy.

• Аграрный кризис в 1990-х годах сильно повлиял на сельские районы.

  The agrarian crisis in the 1990s greatly affected rural areas.

• Правительство внедряет новые аграрные политики для поддержки фермеров.

  The government is implementing new agrarian policies to support farmers.

• Аграрный ландшафт Сибири отличается разнообразием культур и климатов.

  The agrarian landscape of Siberia is distinguished by a variety of crops and climates.

• Международные аграрные конференции обсуждают проблемы устойчивого земледелия.

  International agrarian conferences discuss issues of sustainable agriculture.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Аграрный" is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard patterns of Russian adjectival declension. It changes based on gender, number, and case. Below is a table outlining its inflections:

Note: This follows regular first-declension adjective patterns, with no irregularities for this word.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • сельскохозяйственный (more general, often used interchangeably in everyday contexts)
  • крестьянский (implies a rural, peasant-related connotation, with a slight historical nuance)
• Antonyms:
  • промышленный (industrial, contrasting with agriculture-focused activities)
  • городской (urban, highlighting the opposition to rural settings)

Related Phrases:

• аграрная реформа - Refers to land reform or agricultural policy changes, often in a historical or political context.
• аграрный кризис - Describes an economic crisis in agriculture, such as during periods of poor harvests or market failures.
• аграрный сектор - Means the agricultural sector of the economy, commonly used in business and policy discussions.

Usage Notes:

"Аграрный" directly corresponds to the English "agrarian" in formal contexts, emphasizing agriculture and rural economies. It is typically used in written or academic English rather than casual speech. When choosing between translations like "аграрный" and "сельскохозяйственный," opt for "аграрный" in more specialized or policy-oriented discussions, as it carries a formal tone. Be mindful of Russian adjective agreement: always adjust for gender, number, and case to match the noun it modifies. For example, in plural contexts, use "аграрные проблемы" for "agrarian problems."

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "аграрный" without proper declension, e.g., saying "аграрный политика" instead of "аграрная политика" (for feminine nouns like "политика").

  Correct: аграрная политика. Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun; here, "политика" is feminine, so "аграрный" becomes "аграрная."

• Error: Confusing it with "сельскохозяйственный" and using them interchangeably without context, leading to imprecise meaning.

  Correct: Use "аграрный" for broader socio-economic implications, e.g., "аграрный кризис," while "сельскохозяйственный" is better for direct farming activities. Explanation: This distinction prevents oversimplification and ensures the word fits the intended nuance.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "аграрный" often evokes historical contexts like the Soviet-era collectivization of farms or post-Soviet land reforms. Agriculture has deep roots in Russian history, symbolizing national self-sufficiency and rural life, which contrasts with urban industrialization. This word can carry connotations of tradition and resilience, especially in regions like the Black Earth belt, where farming is a way of life.

Related Concepts:

• фермерство
• сельское хозяйство
• земледелие