Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Analyse'

English Word: Analyse

Key Russian Translations:

• анализировать [ɐnəlʲɪˈzʲirəvətʲ] - [Formal, Verb, Imperfective]
• проанализировать [prəɐnəlʲɪˈzʲirəvətʲ] - [Formal, Verb, Perfective]
• разбирать [rəzbʲɪˈratʲ] - [Informal, Verb, Imperfective, Often used for detailed examination]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, professional, and technical contexts)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate; "анализировать" and "проанализировать" are more formal and may require understanding of aspect, while "разбирать" is slightly easier)

Pronunciation (Russian):

анализировать: [ɐnəlʲɪˈzʲirəvətʲ]

Note on анализировать: Stress falls on the third syllable; the "и" is pronounced as a soft vowel due to palatalization.

проанализировать: [prəɐnəlʲɪˈzʲirəvətʲ]

Note on проанализировать: Similar to "анализировать," but with the prefix "про-" adding a completed action nuance.

разбирать: [rəzbʲɪˈratʲ]

Note on разбирать: Stress on the second syllable; often used in less formal or broader contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. To examine something in detail (general or academic sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• анализировать - Used in formal, academic, or professional contexts to describe ongoing analysis.
• проанализировать - Used when the analysis is completed or results-oriented, often in formal settings.

Usage Examples:

• Мы должны анализировать данные каждый месяц.

  We must analyze the data every month.

• Она проанализировала отчет перед презентацией.

  She analyzed the report before the presentation.

• Ученые анализируют изменения климата уже десятилетиями.

  Scientists have been analyzing climate change for decades.

2. To break down or examine closely (often informal or practical sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• разбирать - Used in less formal contexts, often implying a detailed breakdown or understanding.

Usage Examples:

• Давайте разберем эту проблему по частям.

  Let's analyze this problem piece by piece.

• Он разбирает текст, чтобы понять его смысл.

  He analyzes the text to understand its meaning.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

анализировать (Imperfective Verb): Regular verb following the first conjugation pattern. Below is a sample conjugation in present tense:

проанализировать (Perfective Verb): Perfective aspect, used for completed actions. Forms follow similar patterns but are used in past and future tenses primarily.

разбирать (Imperfective Verb): Regular first conjugation verb, often used with separable prefixes or in compound forms for different meanings.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for анализировать/проанализировать:

• изучать (to study)
• исследовать (to investigate)

Note: "изучать" implies a broader study, while "исследовать" often suggests in-depth research.

Antonyms for анализировать/проанализировать:

• игнорировать (to ignore)
• упускать (to overlook)

Related Phrases:

• анализировать ситуацию - to analyze the situation (common in discussions or problem-solving contexts)
• проанализировать результаты - to analyze the results (often used in formal or academic settings)
• разбирать по полочкам - to analyze in detail, literally "to break down into shelves" (informal, idiomatic expression)

Usage Notes:

• The choice between "анализировать" (imperfective) and "проанализировать" (perfective) depends on whether the action is ongoing or completed. Use "анализировать" for habitual or ongoing analysis, and "проанализировать" for a one-time or completed action.
• "разбирать" is more versatile and can be used in informal contexts or when breaking something down into parts, but it may not fit in highly formal or technical writing.
• Be mindful of verb aspects in Russian, as they significantly affect meaning and are a key grammatical feature unlike in English.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "анализировать" with "проанализировать." Example of incorrect usage: "Я проанализирую данные каждый день" (I will analyze the data every day). Correction: Use "анализировать" for repeated actions: "Я анализирую данные каждый день."
• Error: Using "разбирать" in formal contexts where "анализировать" is more appropriate. Example: "Мы разбираем экономические данные" in a formal report. Correction: Use "анализируем" for professionalism: "Мы анализируем экономические данные."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian academic and professional settings, the use of "анализировать" and "проанализировать" is highly prevalent, reflecting a cultural emphasis on detailed examination and structured thinking, especially in scientific and technical fields. The verb "разбирать" may carry a more personal or hands-on connotation, often used in everyday problem-solving or discussions.

Related Concepts:

• исследование (research)
• оценка (evaluation)
• обзор (review)