Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'ascendancy'

English Word: ascendancy

Key Russian Translations:

• господство [ɡəspɐdˈstva] - [Formal, used in contexts of power or dominance]
• преобладание [prʲɪɐbləˈdanʲɪje] - [Formal, often in discussions of superiority or influence]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in academic, political, or historical discussions, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate level; requires understanding of abstract concepts and nuanced vocabulary, as per CEFR standards)

Pronunciation (Russian):

господство: [ɡəspɐdˈstva]

Note on господство: The stress falls on the second syllable; be cautious with the soft 'д' sound, which can be tricky for non-native speakers.

преобладание: [prʲɪɐbləˈdanʲɪje]

Note on преобладание: Pronounce the initial 'пр' with a rolled 'р' and palatalized 'п'; this word has a longer vowel in the stressed syllable.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: The state of being in a superior or dominant position, often in terms of power, influence, or control

Translation(s) & Context:

• господство - Used in formal contexts like politics, history, or social structures to denote dominance (e.g., in international relations).
• преобладание - Applied in scenarios involving superiority in numbers, influence, or trends (e.g., cultural or economic ascendancy).

Usage Examples:

• В 19 веке Британия имела господство в мировой торговле.

  In the 19th century, Britain had ascendancy in world trade.

• После войны США достигли преобладания в глобальной экономике.

  After the war, the US achieved ascendancy in the global economy.

• Его господство в компании позволило внедрить новые реформы.

  His ascendancy in the company allowed for the implementation of new reforms.

• В искусстве модернизма преобладание абстрактных форм стало заметным трендом.

  In modernist art, the ascendancy of abstract forms became a noticeable trend.

• Политическое господство одной партии может привести к социальным изменениям.

  The ascendancy of one political party can lead to social changes.

Meaning 2: A process of rising to a position of power or prominence

Translation(s) & Context:

• господство - In historical or biographical contexts, emphasizing the gradual establishment of dominance.
• преобладание - Less common for this meaning, but used when describing the emergence of superiority in competitive fields.

Usage Examples:

• Возвышение Наполеона к господству в Европе было стремительным.

  Napoleon's ascendancy to dominance in Europe was rapid.

• Преобладание технологий в повседневной жизни произошло за последние десятилетия.

  The ascendancy of technology in everyday life has occurred over the last decades.

• Её карьера ознаменовалась быстрым господством в индустрии.

  Her career was marked by a quick ascendancy in the industry.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "господство" and "преобладание" are neuter nouns in Russian, which means they follow standard neuter declension patterns. "Господство" is a third-declension noun and can inflect for case and number, while "преобладание" follows similar rules but is less commonly inflected in modern usage.

Note: These nouns do not change for gender but follow regular patterns; irregularities are minimal in contemporary Russian.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • превосходство (poryadochnost' - implies excellence or superiority, often in quality)
  • доминирование (dominiruyushcheye - more direct, emphasizing control)
• Antonyms:
  • подчинение (podchineniye - subordination or submission)
  • зависимость (zavisimost' - dependence, highlighting lack of autonomy)

Related Phrases:

• Политическое господство - Political ascendancy (refers to dominance in governance or policy-making).
• Экономическое преобладание - Economic ascendancy (indicates superior position in economic affairs).
• Культурное превосходство - Cultural ascendancy (used for dominance in cultural influence, often with nuances of hegemony).

Usage Notes:

"Господство" is the most direct translation for "ascendancy" in contexts of power dynamics, similar to English usage in historical or political discussions, but it carries a more formal tone. "Преобладание" is preferable when emphasizing numerical or influential superiority. Be mindful of context: in Russian, these words often imply a temporary or contested state, unlike more permanent terms like "власть" (power). For English learners, choose "господство" for social ascendancy and "преобладание" for competitive scenarios to ensure accurate nuance.

Common Errors:

• Confusing "господство" with "господин" (meaning "mister" or "lord"), which is a different word entirely. Error example: Using "господин" to mean ascendancy. Correct: "Его господство в политике" (His ascendancy in politics). Explanation: "Господин" is a title, while "господство" is a noun for dominance.

• Misinflecting the noun, e.g., using "господствО" in genitive instead of "господства". Error example: "Под влиянием господствО" (incorrect). Correct: "Под влиянием господства". Explanation: Proper declension is key in Russian sentence structure to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and history, terms like "господство" often evoke the era of tsarist rule or Soviet dominance, reflecting themes of imperial ascendancy. For instance, Russia's historical "господство" in Eastern Europe has shaped national identity and foreign relations, adding layers of connotation beyond mere superiority.

Related Concepts:

• власть (vlast' - power)
• влияние (vliyaniye - influence)
• доминион (dominion - a related concept in imperial contexts)