Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Concord'

English Word: Concord

Key Russian Translations:

• согласие [səɡlɐˈsʲiɪ] - [Neutral, Formal/Informal]
• гармония [ɡɐrˈmonʲɪjə] - [Often used metaphorically, Neutral]
• единство [jɪdʲɪnˈstvo] - [Formal, Often ideological or collective]

Frequency: Medium (used in specific contexts like agreements or harmony)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate; varies by translation and context)

Pronunciation (Russian):

согласие: [səɡlɐˈsʲiɪ]

Note on согласие: Stress falls on the second syllable. The 'г' is pronounced softly due to the following 'л'.

гармония: [ɡɐrˈmonʲɪjə]

Note on гармония: Stress on the second syllable. The 'я' at the end sounds like 'ya'.

единство: [jɪdʲɪnˈstvo]

Note on единство: Stress on the third syllable. The 'е' is pronounced as 'ye'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Agreement or Consent

Translation(s) & Context:

• согласие - Used for mutual agreement or consent in personal or formal settings.

Usage Examples:

• Я дал своё согласие на сделку.

  I gave my consent to the deal.

• Мы пришли к согласию по этому вопросу.

  We reached an agreement on this matter.

• Без её согласия ничего не начнём.

  We won’t start anything without her consent.

2. Harmony or Accord

Translation(s) & Context:

• гармония - Refers to harmony in relationships, music, or abstract concepts.

Usage Examples:

• В их семье царит гармония.

  There is harmony in their family.

• Эта музыка полна гармонии.

  This music is full of harmony.

3. Unity or Oneness

Translation(s) & Context:

• единство - Often used in formal or ideological contexts to denote unity.

Usage Examples:

• Единство народа — наша сила.

  The unity of the people is our strength.

• Мы стремимся к единству взглядов.

  We strive for unity of views.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

согласие (Noun, Neuter): Declines according to the second declension pattern for neuter nouns.

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	согласие	согласия
Genitive	согласия	согласий
Dative	согласию	согласиям
Accusative	согласие	согласия
Instrumental	согласием	согласиями
Prepositional	о согласии	о согласиях

гармония (Noun, Feminine): Follows the first declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -я.

единство (Noun, Neuter): Follows the second declension pattern for neuter nouns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for согласие:

• договорённость
• соглашение

Note: 'договорённость' often implies a less formal agreement, while 'соглашение' is more formal or legal.

Antonyms for согласие:

• разногласие
• отказ

Related Phrases:

• прийти к согласию - To come to an agreement.
• жить в гармонии - To live in harmony.
• единство духа - Unity of spirit (often in a philosophical or religious context).

Usage Notes:

• 'согласие' is the most direct translation for 'concord' in the sense of agreement or consent. It is widely used in both formal and informal contexts.
• 'гармония' is more metaphorical and applies to harmony in relationships or aesthetics. It is rarely used for formal agreements.
• 'единство' carries a stronger connotation of collective unity and is often used in political or ideological discourse. Choose this translation only when 'concord' implies oneness or solidarity.

Common Errors:

Error 1: Using 'гармония' when referring to a legal or mutual agreement. Incorrect: "Мы подписали гармонию." Correct: "Мы подписали соглашение." Explanation: 'гармония' is not appropriate for formal agreements; use 'согласие' or 'соглашение' instead.

Error 2: Misusing 'единство' in personal contexts. Incorrect: "У нас с другом единство." Correct: "У нас с другом согласие." Explanation: 'единство' is better suited for larger groups or abstract concepts, not personal relationships.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of 'согласие' often carries a deeper value of mutual understanding and respect, especially in family or community settings. Expressing 'согласие' is seen as a way to maintain social harmony, which is highly valued.

Related Concepts:

• дружба (friendship)
• мир (peace)
• сплочённость (cohesion)