Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Congratulation'

English Word: Congratulation

Key Russian Translations:

• Поздравление [pəzdrɐˈvlʲenʲɪjə] - [Neutral, Formal/Informal]
• Поздравления [pəzdrɐˈvlʲenʲɪjə] - [Plural, Often used in greetings]

Frequency: High

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Поздравление: [pəzdrɐˈvlʲenʲɪjə]

Note on Поздравление: Stress falls on the second syllable. The "др" cluster can be challenging for non-native speakers; ensure a clear "r" sound.

Поздравления: [pəzdrɐˈvlʲenʲɪjə]

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Expression of joy or praise for an achievement or event

Translation(s) & Context:

• Поздравление - Used as a singular noun for a congratulatory message or act.
• Поздравления - Plural form, commonly used in spoken greetings or written cards.

Usage Examples:

• Поздравление с днём рождения! Очень рад за тебя!

  Congratulations on your birthday! I'm very happy for you!

• Мои поздравления с вашей свадьбой!

  My congratulations on your wedding!

• Прими мои искренние поздравления с новым назначением.

  Accept my sincere congratulations on your new appointment.

• Поздравление от всей команды за твои успехи!

  Congratulations from the entire team for your achievements!

• Поздравления с окончанием университета, ты это заслужил!

  Congratulations on graduating from university, you deserved it!

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Поздравление (Singular, Neuter Noun)

Поздравления (Plural, Neuter Noun)

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• Благопожелание (More formal, often written)
• Похвала (Praise, less specific to congratulations)

Antonyms:

• Соболезнование (Condolence)

Related Phrases:

• Поздравление с праздником - Congratulations on the holiday.
• Мои поздравления - My congratulations.
• Прими поздравления - Accept my congratulations.

Usage Notes:

• "Поздравление" is used for a single act or message of congratulation, while "Поздравления" (plural) is more common in spoken or casual greetings.
• The phrase "Мои поздравления" is a standard and versatile way to express congratulations in both formal and informal contexts.
• In Russian, congratulations are often accompanied by a specific occasion (e.g., "с днём рождения" - on your birthday), unlike the standalone "congratulations" in English.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "Поздравление" in plural contexts. For example, saying "Поздравление с днём рождения" instead of "Поздравления с днём рождения." Explanation: The plural form is more idiomatic in greetings.
• Error: Forgetting the preposition "с" when specifying the occasion (e.g., saying "Поздравления день рождения"). Explanation: The preposition "с" (with) is mandatory to indicate the occasion.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, offering congratulations is often tied to personal and communal celebrations like birthdays, New Year, or professional achievements. It is common to accompany congratulations with small gifts, toasts, or warm gestures, especially during holidays.

Related Concepts:

• Праздник (Holiday)
• Тост (Toast)
• Подарок (Gift)