Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Cohesive'

English Word: cohesive

Key Russian Translations:

• связный [ˈsvʲaznɨj] - [Formal, Used for ideas or texts]
• сплочённый [splɐˈtɕɵnnɨj] - [Formal/Informal, Used for groups or teams]
• цельный [ˈtsɛlnɨj] - [Formal, Used for concepts or structures]

Frequency: Medium (used in specific contexts like academic writing or teamwork discussions)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for "связный" and "цельный"; B1 (Pre-Intermediate) for "сплочённый"

Pronunciation (Russian):

связный: [ˈsvʲaznɨj]

Note on связный: Stress falls on the first syllable; the "з" sound is soft due to the following "я".

сплочённый: [splɐˈtɕɵnnɨj]

Note on сплочённый: Stress on the second syllable; the "ч" is a soft affricate sound.

цельный: [ˈtsɛlnɨj]

Note on цельный: Stress on the first syllable; straightforward pronunciation for learners.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Logical and Consistent (e.g., text or ideas)

Translation(s) & Context:

• связный - Used to describe a text, argument, or narrative that holds together logically.
• цельный - Refers to something unified or whole in a conceptual sense.

Usage Examples:

• Его доклад был очень связным и понятным.

  His report was very cohesive and clear.

• Текст должен быть связным, чтобы читатель мог следить за мыслью.

  The text must be cohesive so the reader can follow the idea.

• Это цельное произведение искусства, без лишних деталей.

  This is a cohesive piece of art, without unnecessary details.

2. United or Working Together (e.g., group or team)

Translation(s) & Context:

• сплочённый - Used for describing a group or team that works well together.

Usage Examples:

• Наша команда очень сплочённая, мы всегда поддерживаем друг друга.

  Our team is very cohesive; we always support each other.

• Сплочённый коллектив способен преодолеть любые трудности.

  A cohesive team can overcome any difficulties.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

связный (Adjective): Follows standard adjective declension in Russian, agreeing in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

сплочённый (Adjective): Similar declension pattern as "связный".

цельный (Adjective): Follows the same standard adjective declension rules.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for связный:

• логичный (logical)
• последовательный (consistent)

Note: "логичный" emphasizes logical structure, while "последовательный" focuses on sequence.

Synonyms for сплочённый:

• дружный (friendly, united)
• единый (united, single)

Antonyms for сплочённый:

• разобщённый (disunited)
• раздробленный (fragmented)

Related Phrases:

• связный текст - Cohesive text (used in writing or academic contexts).
• сплочённый коллектив - Cohesive team (common in workplace or group settings).
• цельная идея - Cohesive idea (used for unified concepts or plans).

Usage Notes:

• "связный" is primarily used for abstract cohesion, such as in texts or arguments. It is rarely used for physical objects or people.
• "сплочённый" is the go-to term for describing group unity or teamwork. It carries a positive connotation of mutual support.
• "цельный" is less common and often used in a more philosophical or artistic sense to describe something whole or unified.
• Choose the translation based on context: academic or textual contexts call for "связный", while social or group dynamics require "сплочённый".

Common Errors:

• Mixing up "связный" and "сплочённый": English learners often use "связный" for groups, which is incorrect. Correct: "сплочённая команда" (cohesive team). Incorrect: "связная команда". Explanation: "связный" applies to logical connections, not social bonds.
• Overusing "цельный": Learners might overuse "цельный" in place of "связный". Correct: "связный текст" (cohesive text). Incorrect: "цельный текст". Explanation: "цельный" implies a broader sense of wholeness, not textual coherence.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of a "сплочённый коллектив" (cohesive team) is highly valued, especially in workplace and community settings. Unity and mutual support are often emphasized in Russian social contexts, reflecting historical and cultural importance placed on collective effort.

Related Concepts:

• единство (unity)
• согласованность (consistency)
• дружба (friendship)