Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'authenticity'

English Word: authenticity

Key Russian Translations:

• аутентичность [aʊˈtɛntɪkəstʲ] - [Formal, used in academic or cultural contexts]
• подлинность [pɐdˈlʲɪnnəsʲtʲ] - [Formal, often in legal or historical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (These terms appear regularly in written Russian, especially in literature, journalism, and professional discussions, but are not everyday conversational words.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of abstract concepts and nominal forms. For 'аутентичность', it's B2 due to borrowed vocabulary; for 'подлинность', it's also B2 as it involves nuanced cultural usage.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

аутентичность: [aʊˈtɛntɪkəstʲ]

Note on аутентичность: The stress falls on the third syllable ('ten'), which can be tricky for learners due to the borrowed English root. Pronounce with a soft 't' sound.

подлинность: [pɐdˈlʲɪnnəsʲtʲ]

Note on подлинность: The 'лʲ' is a soft 'l' sound, common in Russian; stress is on the second syllable, and the ending '-ность' is typically unstressed.

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Meanings and Usage:

The quality of being genuine, real, or true to origin.

Translation(s) & Context:

• аутентичность - Used in contexts involving cultural artifacts, music, or modern discussions of originality, such as verifying the authenticity of a historical document.
• подлинность - Applied in legal, forensic, or everyday situations where proving genuineness is key, like authenticating signatures or artifacts.

Usage Examples:

• Эта картина обладает аутентичностью, подтвержденной экспертами.

  This painting possesses authenticity, as confirmed by experts.

• Подлинность паспорта была проверена на границе.

  The authenticity of the passport was verified at the border.

• В музее выставлены предметы с высокой аутентичностью, отражающие историческую эпоху.

  In the museum, items with high authenticity are displayed, reflecting the historical era.

• Он сомневается в подлинности этой старинной монеты.

  He doubts the authenticity of this ancient coin.

• Аутентичность народных песен сохраняется через устную традицию.

  The authenticity of folk songs is preserved through oral tradition.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'аутентичность' and 'подлинность' are feminine nouns (feminine gender in Russian), belonging to the third declension. They follow standard patterns for abstract nouns ending in '-ность', which are invariable in plural forms and exhibit regular case changes. Below is a table outlining their inflections:

Note: These nouns do not have plural forms in most contexts, as they denote abstract qualities. If used in plural (rarely), they follow the same pattern as other feminine nouns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • оригинальность (original'nost') - Emphasizes uniqueness rather than genuineness.
  • истинность (istinnost') - Focuses on truthfulness, often in philosophical contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • фальшивость (fal'shivost') - Implies falseness or forgery.
  • подделка (poddelka) - Refers to a counterfeit or imitation.

Related Phrases:

• подтвердить аутентичность - To confirm authenticity; used in verification processes, e.g., in museums or legal settings.
• сохранить подлинность - To preserve authenticity; common in discussions about cultural heritage.
• аутентичная версия - Authentic version; refers to an original or unaltered form, like in music or literature.

Usage Notes:

'Аутентичность' is a direct borrowing from English and is preferred in modern, international contexts, while 'подлинность' is more rooted in traditional Russian and carries a sense of historical or legal validity. English speakers should note that Russian requires careful attention to case endings; for example, use the genitive form 'аутентичности' after prepositions like 'о' (about). Choose 'аутентичность' for cultural or artistic discussions and 'подлинность' for formal verification to ensure precise correspondence with 'authenticity'. Avoid overusing these in casual speech, as they sound formal.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'аутентичность' interchangeably with 'подлинность' without context. Correct: 'Аутентичность' for cultural originality; 'подлинность' for legal proof. Example: Incorrect: "Проверить аутентичность подписи" (though possible, it's less idiomatic); Correct: "Проверить подлинность подписи". This error stems from direct translation habits.
• Mistake: Forgetting case changes, e.g., saying "о аутентичность" instead of "об аутентичности". Correct: Always adjust for prepositional cases to maintain grammatical accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'подлинность' often evokes themes of national identity and historical preservation, as seen in museums like the Kremlin Armoury, where artifacts' authenticity is tied to Russia's heritage. 'Аутентичность' is more associated with contemporary issues, such as in debates over globalized art, reflecting Russia's engagement with Western influences.

Related Concepts:

• истинность (truthfulness)
• оригинал (original)
• подлинник (genuine copy or original document)