Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'comparison'

English Word: comparison

Key Russian Translations:

• сравнение [srɐvˈnʲenʲɪje] - [Neutral, Common Usage]
• сопоставление [səpəstɐvˈlʲenʲɪje] - [Formal, Academic]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "сравнение"; B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for "сопоставление"

Pronunciation (Russian):

сравнение: [srɐvˈnʲenʲɪje]

Note on сравнение: Stress falls on the second syllable; the "е" sounds like "ye."

сопоставление: [səpəstɐvˈlʲenʲɪje]

Note on сопоставление: Stress on the fourth syllable; a more complex word due to length and consonant clusters.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Act of Comparing (General)

Translation(s) & Context:

• сравнение - Used in everyday contexts to denote the act of comparing two or more things.

Usage Examples:

• Сравнение цен помогает выбрать лучший товар.

  Comparing prices helps to choose the best product.

• Его сравнение было очень точным.

  His comparison was very accurate.

• Давай сделаем сравнение между этими моделями.

  Let’s make a comparison between these models.

2. Analytical or Formal Comparison

Translation(s) & Context:

• сопоставление - Often used in academic, analytical, or formal contexts for detailed comparison.

Usage Examples:

• Сопоставление данных выявило важные различия.

  The comparison of data revealed significant differences.

• В статье используется сопоставление двух теорий.

  The article uses a comparison of two theories.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

сравнение (Noun, Neuter):

сопоставление (Noun, Neuter): Follows similar declension patterns as "сравнение." See above for analogous forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for "сравнение":

• анализ (analysis, in some contexts)
• сравнивание (less common, colloquial)

Note: "анализ" is broader and often implies deeper examination, while "сравнивание" is more informal.

Antonyms for "сравнение":

• различие (difference)
• контраст (contrast)

Related Phrases:

• в сравнении с (in comparison with) - Used to compare one thing to another directly.
• без сравнения (without comparison) - Used to emphasize something is unparalleled or unique.
• сопоставление фактов (comparison of facts) - Common in academic or analytical contexts.

Usage Notes:

• "сравнение" is the most common and versatile term for "comparison," suitable for both spoken and written contexts.
• "сопоставление" is more formal and often used in technical, academic, or detailed analytical discussions. Avoid using it in casual conversation.
• Pay attention to prepositions: "в сравнении с" is frequently used to mean "compared to."

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "сопоставление" in casual speech. Incorrect: "Я сделал сопоставление цен в магазине." Correct: "Я сделал сравнение цен в магазине." (I compared prices at the store.) Explanation: "сопоставление" sounds overly formal here.
• Error: Omitting prepositions like "с" in phrases. Incorrect: "В сравнении Москва." Correct: "В сравнении с Москвой." (In comparison with Moscow.) Explanation: The preposition "с" is mandatory.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, comparisons are often used in proverbs and sayings to convey wisdom or moral lessons, such as "Не сравнивай себя с другими" (Don’t compare yourself to others), reflecting a value of individuality.

Related Concepts:

• различие (difference)
• аналог (analogy)
• сходство (similarity)