Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Conducive'

English Word: conducive

Key Russian Translations:

• способствующий [spɐˈsʲopstvʊjʊʂːɪj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• благоприятный [blɐɡɐˈprʲɪjætnɨj] - [Formal/Neutral, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium (used in formal or academic contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

способствующий: [spɐˈsʲopstvʊjʊʂːɪj]

Note on способствующий: Stress falls on the second syllable. The "щ" sound is a distinct Russian sound, pronounced like a prolonged "shch".

благоприятный: [blɐɡɐˈprʲɪjætnɨj]

Note on благоприятный: Stress on the third syllable. The "я" is pronounced as "ya".

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Helpful or contributing to a specific outcome

Translation(s) & Context:

• способствующий - Often used in formal or written contexts to describe conditions or factors that contribute to a result.
• благоприятный - Used to describe favorable or beneficial conditions, often in a broader or more general sense.

Usage Examples:

• Эта атмосфера способствует продуктивной работе.

  This atmosphere is conducive to productive work.

• Условия были благоприятными для заключения сделки.

  The conditions were conducive to closing the deal.

• Теплая погода способствует хорошему урожаю.

  Warm weather is conducive to a good harvest.

• Благоприятная обстановка помогает детям учиться.

  A conducive environment helps children learn.

• Такие меры способствуют укреплению доверия.

  Such measures are conducive to building trust.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

способствующий (Adjective): Declines according to Russian adjective rules based on gender, number, and case.

благоприятный (Adjective): Follows similar declension patterns as above.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for способствующий:

• помогающий
• содействующий

Note: "содействующий" is more formal and often used in official contexts compared to "помогающий".

Synonyms for благоприятный:

• положительный
• выгодный

Antonyms for both:

• неблагоприятный
• препятствующий

Related Phrases:

• способствовать развитию - to be conducive to development
• благоприятные условия - conducive conditions
• способствовать успеху - to be conducive to success

Usage Notes:

• "способствующий" is more specific to the idea of contributing or promoting a specific outcome, often used in formal writing or speech.
• "благоприятный" has a broader meaning of "favorable" and can apply to general positive conditions or situations.
• Both terms are adjectives and must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "способствующий" without proper adjective agreement (e.g., saying "способствующий условие" instead of "способствующее условие"). Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun in gender, number, and case. "Условие" is neuter, so the correct form is "способствующее".
• Error: Confusing "способствующий" with "благоприятный" in inappropriate contexts. Explanation: Use "способствующий" for direct contribution to a result, and "благоприятный" for general favorable conditions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, the concept of "conducive" often ties into formal or academic discussions about progress, development, or favorable circumstances. "благоприятный" may also appear in weather forecasts or economic reports to describe positive conditions, reflecting a cultural emphasis on environmental and situational harmony.

Related Concepts:

• успех (success)
• развитие (development)
• условия (conditions)