Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'compliant'

English Word: compliant

Key Russian Translations:

• соответствующий [səɐdʲɪtstvʊˈjʊʂʲɪj] - [Formal, used in legal or technical contexts]
• послушный [pɐˈsluʂnɨj] - [Informal, everyday contexts like describing behavior]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in professional and educational settings, but not as ubiquitous as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: B1 Intermediate (requires understanding of adjective forms and contexts; for "соответствующий," it may lean towards B2 due to its formal usage)

Pronunciation (Russian):

соответствующий: [səɐdʲɪtstvʊˈjʊʂʲɪj]

Note on соответствующий: This word has stress on the fourth syllable ("tvʊ"), which can be tricky for learners; it's often pronounced more rapidly in spoken Russian.

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послушный: [pɐˈsluʂnɨj]

Note on послушный: The "ш" sound is soft and palatalized, similar to the "sh" in "she," but ensure it's not confused with harder consonants.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Willing to comply with rules, requests, or authority (e.g., obedient or submissive behavior).

Translation(s) & Context:

• послушный - Used in informal, personal contexts, such as describing children, animals, or everyday obedience.
• соответствующий - Used in formal contexts, like legal compliance or meeting standards.

Usage Examples:

• Дети в этом классе всегда послушные и выполняют указания учителя.

  The children in this class are always compliant and follow the teacher's instructions.

• Эта компания производит продукцию, соответствующую международным стандартам.

  This company produces products that are compliant with international standards.

• Он послушный сотрудник, но иногда игнорирует формальные правила.

  He is a compliant employee, but sometimes ignores formal rules.

• Для того, чтобы быть соответствующим требованиям, нужно пройти сертификацию.

  To be compliant with requirements, certification is needed.

• В семье она послушная, но в работе предпочитает быть независимой.

  At home, she is compliant, but at work, she prefers to be independent.

Meaning 2: Conforming to a set of standards or specifications (e.g., in technical or regulatory contexts).

Translation(s) & Context:

• соответствующий - Primarily used in professional or technical settings, emphasizing adherence to norms.

Usage Examples:

• Программное обеспечение должно быть соответствующим нормам безопасности.

  The software must be compliant with security standards.

• Эти материалы не соответствующие, поэтому их нужно заменить.

  These materials are not compliant, so they need to be replaced.

• Компания инвестирует в технологии, соответствующие экологическим требованиям.

  The company invests in technologies that are compliant with environmental requirements.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both translations are adjectives, which inflect based on gender, number, and case in Russian. "Соответствующий" is a long-form adjective and follows standard patterns, while "послушный" is also regular but can vary slightly.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular inflections but must agree with the noun they modify in gender, number, and case.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • согласный (soglasnyy) - Similar to "compliant" in agreement contexts, but more about consensus.
  • подчиняющийся (podchinyayushchiysya) - Emphasizes submission, with a nuance of subordination.
• Antonyms:
  • непослушный (neposlushnyy) - Directly opposite, meaning disobedient.
  • нарушительный (narushitel'nyy) - Implies breaking rules, contrasting with compliance.

Related Phrases:

• Соответствовать требованиям - To comply with requirements; used in formal contexts like regulations.
• Быть послушным ребенком - To be a compliant child; common in educational or familial settings.
• Соответствующий уровень - Compliant level; refers to meeting standards in quality or performance.

Usage Notes:

"Соответствующий" is the preferred translation for "compliant" in formal or technical English contexts, such as legal compliance or standards adherence, as it directly conveys conformity. In contrast, "послушный" is better for interpersonal or behavioral contexts, like obedience in daily life. English speakers should note that Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify, which has no direct equivalent in English. Choose "соответствующий" for professional writing and "послушный" for casual conversation to ensure natural usage. Be cautious with register: "послушный" can sound childish or diminutive if used inappropriately in adult contexts.

Common Errors:

• Common Error: Using "соответствующий" in informal settings where "послушный" is more appropriate, e.g., saying "Он соответствующий" instead of "Он послушный" for "He is compliant" in a family context. Correct Usage: "Он послушный" – This maintains the informal tone and avoids sounding overly formal.

• Common Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., using "соответствующий" with a feminine noun without changing to "соответствующая." Incorrect: "Эта машина соответствующий." Correct: "Эта машина соответствующая." Explanation: Russian requires full agreement, unlike English, which can lead to grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "послушный" often carry connotations from historical emphasis on authority and hierarchy, such as in family or educational systems influenced by Soviet-era discipline. "Соответствующий" reflects modern bureaucratic norms, highlighting Russia's focus on regulatory compliance in business and international relations, which can differ from more individualistic Western approaches.

Related Concepts:

• Дисциплина (discipline)
• Подчинение (subordination)
• Стандарты (standards)