Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'coherence'

English Word: coherence

Key Russian Translations:

• согласованность [səgləsəˈvannəstʲ] - [Formal, used in general contexts like logic or writing]
• когерентность [kəgəˈrɛntnəstʲ] - [Technical, Formal, often in scientific or philosophical discussions]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in academic, professional, and formal Russian texts, but less frequent in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of abstract concepts and Russian noun inflections; for 'когерентность', it may lean towards C1 due to its specialized usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

согласованность: [səgləsəˈvannəstʲ]

Note on согласованность: The stress falls on the third syllable ('va'), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to Russian's mobile stress patterns. Avoid overemphasizing the first syllable.

когерентность: [kəgəˈrɛntnəstʲ]

Note on когерентность: Pronounce the 'г' as a soft [g] sound, similar to 'g' in 'gem'; this word is borrowed from English and retains a more straightforward pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

General Meaning: Logical consistency or the quality of forming a unified whole

Translation(s) & Context:

• согласованность - Used in everyday formal contexts, such as describing coherent arguments in essays or speeches.
• когерентность - Applied in technical fields like physics (e.g., coherent light waves) or philosophy, emphasizing unity in complex systems.

Usage Examples:

• В эссе важно поддерживать согласованность идей, чтобы текст был логичным.

  In an essay, it's important to maintain the coherence of ideas so that the text is logical.

• Когерентность лазерного луча делает его идеальным для оптических экспериментов.

  The coherence of the laser beam makes it ideal for optical experiments.

• Без согласованности в плане, проект может потерпеть неудачу.

  Without coherence in the plan, the project might fail.

• В философии когерентность мировоззрения помогает избежать противоречий.

  In philosophy, the coherence of a worldview helps avoid contradictions.

• Согласованность действий команды обеспечила успех миссии.

  The coherence of the team's actions ensured the mission's success.

Technical Meaning: In physics or science, the property of waves being in phase

Translation(s) & Context:

• когерентность - Specifically used in scientific contexts to describe phenomena like coherent radiation.
• согласованность - Less common here, but could be used metaphorically in non-technical discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Когерентность света в лазере позволяет создавать голографические изображения.

  The coherence of light in a laser allows for creating holographic images.

• В квантовой физике когерентность частиц является ключевым понятием.

  In quantum physics, the coherence of particles is a key concept.

• Согласованность волн в эксперименте была нарушена внешними факторами.

  The coherence of the waves in the experiment was disrupted by external factors.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'согласованность' and 'когерентность' are feminine nouns in Russian, following standard patterns for abstract concepts. They undergo regular inflection for case, number, and gender. 'Согласованность' is a more native Russian word, while 'когерентность' is a loanword with similar inflection rules.

Note: These nouns do not change in plural forms as they are typically used in singular for abstract concepts. For 'согласованность', it can occasionally appear in plural (e.g., согласованности) in specific contexts, but this is rare.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • единство (unity; more general, often used in philosophical contexts)
  • логичность (logicality; emphasizes rational flow)
• Antonyms:
  • несогласованность (inconsistency; direct opposite, common in critiques)
  • хаос (chaos; used for extreme lack of coherence)

Note: 'Единство' may imply a stronger sense of wholeness compared to 'согласованность', which focuses on alignment.

Related Phrases:

• согласованность действий - Coherence of actions; refers to coordinated efforts in team settings.
• когерентность сигнала - Coherence of the signal; used in telecommunications to describe stable wave patterns.
• поддерживать согласованность - To maintain coherence; common in planning or writing contexts.

Usage Notes:

Choose 'согласованность' for everyday formal or academic English equivalents of 'coherence', as it aligns closely with logical consistency in Russian discourse. 'Когерентность' is better for scientific or technical contexts due to its borrowed nature. Be mindful of Russian's case system when using these nouns; for example, in prepositional phrases, use the prepositional case (e.g., "о согласованности"). In informal speech, Russians might opt for simpler synonyms to avoid overly formal language.

Common Errors:

• Confusing 'согласованность' with 'согласие' (agreement): English learners often misuse 'согласие' thinking it means 'coherence', but it actually refers to consent. Correct usage: Use 'согласованность' for logical flow, e.g., Incorrect: "Мы достигли согласия в тексте" (We achieved agreement in the text) → Correct: "Мы достигли согласованности в тексте" (We achieved coherence in the text).
• Overlooking inflections: Forgetting to change cases, e.g., Using nominative in genitive contexts. Incorrect: "Из-за когерентность" → Correct: "Из-за когерентности" (Because of coherence).

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, concepts like 'согласованность' often tie into the value of collectivism and structured thinking, as seen in literature by authors like Tolstoy, where narrative coherence reflects societal harmony. 'Когерентность' in scientific contexts highlights Russia's strong tradition in physics, influenced by figures like Landau, emphasizing precision in intellectual pursuits.

Related Concepts:

• логика (logic)
• единство (unity)
• структура (structure)