Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Assiduous'

English Word: Assiduous

Key Russian Translations:

• усердный [ˈusʲɪrdnɨj] - [Formal, Used for describing diligent effort]
• прилежный [prʲɪˈlʲeʐnɨj] - [Formal/Informal, Often used in academic or work contexts]
• трудолюбивый [trʊdəlʲʊˈbʲivɨj] - [Formal/Informal, Emphasizes hardworking nature]

Frequency: Medium (These terms are moderately common in written and spoken Russian, especially in formal contexts.)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate - The vocabulary and associated grammar are suitable for intermediate learners.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

усердный: [ˈusʲɪrdnɨj]

Note on усердный: Stress falls on the first syllable; the 'р' sound is rolled slightly.

прилежный: [prʲɪˈlʲeʐnɨj]

Note on прилежный: The 'ж' is a voiced fricative, similar to the 's' in 'measure'.

трудолюбивый: [trʊdəlʲʊˈbʲivɨj]

Note on трудолюбивый: Stress on the fourth syllable; a complex word for non-native speakers due to length.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Showing great care and perseverance (General sense of diligence)

Translation(s) & Context:

• усердный - Often used to describe someone who works with great effort and dedication, especially in formal or written contexts.
• прилежный - Commonly used for students or workers who are diligent and attentive to detail.

Usage Examples:

• Он был усердным работником и всегда выполнял задачи вовремя.

  He was an assiduous worker and always completed tasks on time.

• Ученик оказался очень прилежным и получил отличные оценки.

  The student proved to be very assiduous and received excellent grades.

2. Hardworking in a broader, personal characteristic sense

Translation(s) & Context:

• трудолюбивый - Refers to a general trait of being hardworking, often used in personal descriptions or praise.

Usage Examples:

• Она трудолюбивая женщина, которая никогда не жалуется на трудности.

  She is an assiduous woman who never complains about difficulties.

• Трудолюбивые люди всегда добиваются успеха.

  Assiduous people always achieve success.

• Его трудолюбие вдохновляет всех вокруг.

  His assiduousness inspires everyone around him.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

усердный (Adjective): Declines based on gender, number, and case as typical for Russian adjectives.

Case	Masculine	Feminine	Neuter	Plural
Nominative	усердный	усердная	усердное	усердные
Genitive	усердного	усердной	усердного	усердных

Note: Similar declension patterns apply to прилежный and трудолюбивый.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• старательный - Emphasizes effort and trying hard.
• ревностный - Suggests zeal and dedication, often in a religious or ideological context.

Antonyms:

• ленивый - Lazy.
• небрежный - Careless.

Related Phrases:

• усердно работать - To work assiduously (used to describe intense effort in work).
• прилежно учиться - To study diligently (common in academic contexts).
• трудолюбивый характер - An assiduous character (describing a personal trait).

Usage Notes:

• Choosing the right term: Use "усердный" for formal contexts or when emphasizing effort in a specific task. "Прилежный" is more common in educational settings, while "трудолюбивый" describes a general hardworking nature.
• Register: All three terms can be used in both formal and informal settings, but "усердный" is more likely to appear in written or official language.
• Grammar: As adjectives, these words must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify.

Common Errors:

Error 1: Incorrect adjective agreement

Many learners forget to match the adjective with the noun's gender and case. For example:

• Wrong: Она усердный работник. (Incorrect gender agreement)
• Correct: Она усердная работница.

Error 2: Misusing terms in context

Learners might use "трудолюбивый" when a specific task is described, which sounds unnatural. Use "усердный" for specific tasks.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, being described as "трудолюбивый" is a high compliment, reflecting the value placed on hard work and perseverance, especially in historical contexts of collective effort (e.g., during Soviet times). Complimenting someone's diligence with these terms is often well-received in professional and personal settings.

Related Concepts:

• старание - Effort.
• упорство - Persistence.
• труд - Labor/Work.