Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Applicable'

English Word: Applicable

Key Russian Translations:

• применимый [prʲɪmʲɪˈnʲimɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• подходящий [pətxɐˈdʲaʂːɪj] - [Neutral, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

применимый: [prʲɪmʲɪˈnʲimɨj]

Note on применимый: Stress falls on the third syllable. The 'ы' sound is a unique Russian vowel, pronounced like a short 'i' with the tongue positioned further back.

подходящий: [pətxɐˈdʲaʂːɪj]

Note on подходящий: Stress on the third syllable. The 'щ' sound is a soft 'shch' blend, common in Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Relevant or Suitable (General Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• подходящий - Commonly used in everyday contexts to mean 'suitable' or 'appropriate' for a situation or purpose.

Usage Examples:

• Это подходящее решение для нашей проблемы.

  This is a suitable solution for our problem.

• Выберите подходящее время для встречи.

  Choose a suitable time for the meeting.

• Это платье тебе очень подходящее.

  This dress is very suitable for you.

2. Can Be Applied (Formal or Technical Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• применимый - Often used in formal, legal, or technical contexts to mean 'applicable' or 'relevant' to a rule, law, or situation.

Usage Examples:

• Этот закон применим только к гражданам страны.

  This law is applicable only to citizens of the country.

• Метод применим в данных условиях.

  The method is applicable under these conditions.

• Эти правила применимы ко всем участникам.

  These rules are applicable to all participants.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

применимый (Adjective): Follows standard Russian adjective declension rules based on gender, number, and case.

подходящий (Adjective): Follows similar adjective declension patterns as above. Refer to standard Russian grammar for full declension.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for применимый:

• уместный
• соответствующий

Note: 'уместный' is more colloquial, while 'соответствующий' is often used in formal contexts.

Synonyms for подходящий:

• удобный
• годный

Antonyms:

• неприменимый (for применимый)
• неподходящий (for подходящий)

Related Phrases:

• применимый закон - Applicable law (used in legal contexts)
• подходящий момент - Suitable moment (common in everyday speech)
• подходящее место - Suitable place (used for locations or settings)

Usage Notes:

• 'применимый' is more formal and often used in written or technical contexts, such as laws, rules, or methodologies. It directly corresponds to 'applicable' in English.
• 'подходящий' is more versatile and can be used in both spoken and written language to mean 'suitable' or 'appropriate.' It is less formal and more common in daily conversations.
• Choose between the two based on the tone and context of your communication. For formal documents, prefer 'применимый'; for casual discussions, use 'подходящий.'

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'применимый' in casual conversation. Incorrect: "Это применимое время для встречи." Correct: "Это подходящее время для встречи." (Explanation: 'применимый' sounds overly formal and out of place in everyday speech.)
• Error: Incorrect adjective agreement with gender/number. Incorrect: "Эта применимый правило." Correct: "Это применимое правило." (Explanation: Adjectives must agree with the noun in gender, number, and case in Russian.)

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, the choice between 'применимый' and 'подходящий' can reflect the speaker's level of formality or education. Using 'применимый' in inappropriate contexts may make the speaker sound overly pedantic, while 'подходящий' is generally a safer, more neutral choice in most situations.

Related Concepts:

• соответствующий (corresponding)
• уместный (appropriate)
• годный (fit, suitable)