Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Aware'

English Word: aware

Key Russian Translations:

• осведомлённый [ɐsvʲɪdɐmˈlʲɵnɨj] - [Formal, Often used in official or intellectual contexts]
• знающий [ˈzna.jʉʂɨj] - [Neutral, General use]
• в курсе [f ˈkursʲe] - [Informal, Colloquial expression meaning "in the know"]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in both formal and informal contexts depending on the translation)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate - осведомлённый and знающий); A2 (Beginner - в курсе)

Pronunciation (Russian):

осведомлённый: [ɐsvʲɪdɐmˈlʲɵnɨj]

Note on осведомлённый: Stress falls on the fourth syllable. The "ё" sound is always stressed and pronounced as [ʲo].

знающий: [ˈzna.jʉʂɨj]

Note on знающий: Stress on the first syllable. The "ю" after a consonant is pronounced as [ʉ].

в курсе: [f ˈkursʲe]

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Having knowledge or perception of something

Translation(s) & Context:

• осведомлённый - Used in formal contexts to indicate being informed or knowledgeable about a specific topic.
• знающий - General term for someone who knows or is aware of something, often neutral in tone.

Usage Examples:

• Он был осведомлён о последних новостях.

  He was aware of the latest news.

• Она знающая женщина в этой области.

  She is an aware (knowledgeable) woman in this field.

• Мы осведомлены о возможных рисках.

  We are aware of the potential risks.

2. Being informed or up-to-date (colloquial)

Translation(s) & Context:

• в курсе - Informal expression, often used in casual conversations to mean "in the know" or "aware of."

Usage Examples:

• Ты в курсе, что завтра собрание?

  Are you aware that there’s a meeting tomorrow?

• Я не в курсе последних событий.

  I’m not aware of the latest events.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

осведомлённый (Adjective): Declines according to gender, number, and case as a regular adjective.

Case	Masculine	Feminine	Neuter	Plural
Nominative	осведомлённый	осведомлённая	осведомлённое	осведомлённые
Genitive	осведомлённого	осведомлённой	осведомлённого	осведомлённых

знающий (Adjective/Participle): Declines similarly to осведомлённый as a regular adjective/participle.

в курсе (Expression): Does not inflect. Used as a fixed phrase with prepositional case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for осведомлённый/знающий:

• информированный (informed)
• подкованный (well-versed, colloquial)

Antonyms for осведомлённый/знающий:

• неосведомлённый (uninformed)
• незнающий (ignorant)

Related Phrases:

• быть в курсе дела - To be aware of the matter or situation.
• осведомиться о чём-либо - To inquire or become aware of something.
• знающий человек - A knowledgeable person, someone aware of many things.

Usage Notes:

• "осведомлённый" is more formal and often used in written or official contexts. It implies a deeper or more specific awareness.
• "знающий" is a general term and can apply to broader contexts, though it is less formal than "осведомлённый."
• "в курсе" is a highly colloquial expression, best used in informal speech. It often implies being updated or in the loop about something current.

Common Errors:

Error 1: Using "в курсе" in formal writing or speech. This is incorrect as it is strictly informal.

Incorrect: Я в курсе о правилах компании. (I’m in the know about the company rules.)

Correct: Я осведомлён о правилах компании. (I’m aware of the company rules.)

Error 2: Misusing "осведомлённый" in casual contexts, which can sound overly stiff or unnatural.

Incorrect: Ты осведомлён, где вечеринка? (Are you aware where the party is?)

Correct: Ты в курсе, где вечеринка? (Are you in the know about where the party is?)

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, being "в курсе" often implies not just awareness but also a sense of staying updated with social or community happenings. It reflects a value placed on being connected and informed within one’s circle.

Related Concepts:

• информация (information)
• знание (knowledge)
• понимание (understanding)