Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Concede'

English Word: concede

Key Russian Translations:

• признавать [prʲɪznɐˈvatʲ] - [Formal, Often used in debates or discussions]
• уступать [ʊstʊˈpatʲ] - [Neutral, Often used in negotiations or competitions]
• соглашаться [sɐɡlɐˈʂatʲsʲə] - [Neutral, Often used in agreements]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for all translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

признавать: [prʲɪznɐˈvatʲ]

Note on признавать: Stress falls on the second syllable; the "р" is rolled slightly.

уступать: [ʊstʊˈpatʲ]

Note on уступать: Stress on the second syllable; the "у" sounds like "oo" in "food."

соглашаться: [sɐɡlɐˈʂatʲsʲə]

Note on соглашаться: Stress on the third syllable; the "ш" is a retroflex sound, similar to "sh."

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Meanings and Usage:

1. To admit or acknowledge something reluctantly (e.g., a mistake or defeat)

Translation(s) & Context:

• признавать - Used in formal or serious contexts, often related to admitting facts or truths.

Usage Examples:

• Он наконец признал свою ошибку.

  He finally conceded his mistake.

• Она признала, что была неправа.

  She conceded that she was wrong.

• Мы должны признать их успех.

  We must concede their success.

2. To yield or give up something (e.g., a right, position, or argument)

Translation(s) & Context:

• уступать - Often used when giving up a position or advantage, especially in negotiations or competitions.

Usage Examples:

• Он уступил своё место в команде.

  He conceded his place on the team.

• Мы не будем уступать в этом споре.

  We will not concede in this argument.

3. To agree or consent after initial resistance

Translation(s) & Context:

• соглашаться - Used when someone reluctantly agrees to something after persuasion.

Usage Examples:

• После долгих споров он согласился на компромисс.

  After long arguments, he conceded to a compromise.

• Она согласилась с его точкой зрения.

  She conceded to his point of view.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

признавать (verb, imperfective): Regular verb conjugation in the present, past, and future tenses. Follows standard first conjugation rules.

Person	Present Tense
Я (I)	признаю [prʲɪznɐˈju]
Ты (You, sing.)	признаёшь [prʲɪznɐˈjoʂ]
Он/Она/Оно (He/She/It)	признаёт [prʲɪznɐˈjot]
Мы (We)	признаём [prʲɪznɐˈjom]
Вы (You, pl.)	признаёте [prʲɪznɐˈjotʲɪ]
Они (They)	признают [prʲɪznɐˈjut]

уступать (verb, imperfective): Regular verb, follows second conjugation rules.

соглашаться (verb, imperfective): Regular verb with reflexive ending "-ся," follows first conjugation rules.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for признавать:

• допускать
• сознаваться

Note: "допускать" is more formal and implies possibility, while "сознаваться" is often used in confessions.

Antonyms for признавать:

• отрицать
• опровергать

Related Phrases:

• признать поражение - To concede defeat.
• уступить дорогу - To concede the right of way (literal or figurative).
• согласиться на условия - To concede to terms or conditions.

Usage Notes:

• "признавать" is the most formal and widely used translation for "concede" when admitting something is true or valid. It is often used in intellectual or legal contexts.
• "уступать" focuses on yielding or giving up something tangible or strategic, such as a position or advantage. It may not always imply admission of fault.
• "соглашаться" is more about agreement after resistance and is often used in conversational or interpersonal contexts.
• Be mindful of the aspect (imperfective vs. perfective) in Russian verbs. For example, "признать" (perfective) might be used for a one-time admission, while "признавать" (imperfective) implies a repeated or ongoing action.

Common Errors:

• Mixing up "признавать" and "уступать": English learners often use "уступать" when they mean to admit a mistake. Incorrect: "Я уступаю свою ошибку" (wrong context). Correct: "Я признаю свою ошибку" (I concede my mistake).
• Forgetting reflexive endings: "соглашаться" requires the reflexive suffix "-ся." Incorrect: "Я соглашаю." Correct: "Я соглашаюсь."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, conceding or admitting fault (using "признавать") can sometimes be seen as a sign of weakness in certain social or professional contexts. It is often done reluctantly or with justification. Understanding the tone and context is crucial when using these words.

Related Concepts:

• компромисс (compromise)
• поражение (defeat)
• согласие (agreement)