Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Congruence'

English Word: Congruence

Key Russian Translations:

• соответствие [səvʲɪtˈstvʲɪjə] - [Formal, Neutral]
• совпадение [səfpɐˈdʲenʲɪjə] - [Neutral, Often used in contexts of coincidence]
• конгруэнтность [kənɡrʊˈentnəsʲtʲ] - [Formal, Mathematical/Technical]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in academic and formal contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for "соответствие" and "совпадение"; C1 (Advanced) for "конгруэнтность"

Pronunciation (Russian):

соответствие: [səvʲɪtˈstvʲɪjə]

Note on соответствие: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "в" sound is soft due to the following "е".

совпадение: [səfpɐˈdʲenʲɪjə]

Note on совпадение: Stress on the third syllable. The "д" is palatalized before "е".

конгруэнтность: [kənɡrʊˈentnəsʲtʲ]

Note on конгруэнтность: Stress on the third syllable. This term is less common and often tied to technical contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Agreement or Harmony (General Sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• соответствие - Used in formal or neutral contexts to denote agreement or alignment between ideas, actions, or objects.

Usage Examples:

• Его действия находятся в полном соответствии с правилами.

  His actions are in full congruence with the rules.

• Соответствие между теорией и практикой важно для успеха.

  Congruence between theory and practice is important for success.

• Мы стремимся к соответствию наших целей и ценностей.

  We strive for congruence between our goals and values.

2. Coincidence or Matching (Specific Instances)

Translation(s) & Context:

• совпадение - Often used to describe a match or coincidence in time, place, or characteristics.

Usage Examples:

• Это совпадение, что мы встретились здесь.

  It's a congruence that we met here (a coincidence).

• Совпадение наших взглядов удивило всех.

  The congruence of our views surprised everyone.

3. Mathematical Congruence (Technical Sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• конгруэнтность - Used specifically in mathematics or geometry to describe shapes or figures that are identical in form.

Usage Examples:

• Конгруэнтность треугольников доказана теоремой.

  The congruence of the triangles is proven by the theorem.

• Мы изучаем конгруэнтность фигур на уроках геометрии.

  We study the congruence of shapes in geometry classes.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

соответствие (Neuter Noun):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	соответствие	соответствия
Genitive	соответствия	соответствий
Dative	соответствию	соответствиям
Accusative	соответствие	соответствия
Instrumental	соответствием	соответствиями
Prepositional	о соответствии	о соответствиях

совпадение (Neuter Noun): Follows similar declension patterns as "соответствие".

конгруэнтность (Feminine Noun): Declines as a standard feminine noun in Russian.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for "соответствие":

• согласие (agreement)
• гармония (harmony)

Note: "согласие" often implies mutual consent, while "гармония" focuses on balance.

Antonyms for "соответствие":

• несоответствие (discrepancy)
• разногласие (disagreement)

Related Phrases:

• в соответствии с - In accordance with (used in formal contexts, e.g., laws or rules).
• полное совпадение - Complete coincidence (used to emphasize an exact match).

Usage Notes:

• "соответствие" is the most versatile translation for "congruence" and is appropriate in formal and academic contexts to express alignment or agreement.
• "совпадение" is more specific to coincidental matches and less formal than "соответствие". It may not always carry the same depth of "harmony" as the English term.
• "конгруэнтность" is highly specialized and should only be used in mathematical or technical discussions.
• Be mindful of the context when choosing between these translations, as they are not interchangeable.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "совпадение" in formal contexts where "соответствие" is more appropriate. For example, saying "совпадение с правилами" (coincidence with rules) instead of "соответствие с правилами" (congruence with rules).
• Correction: Reserve "совпадение" for literal coincidences or informal matches, and use "соответствие" for agreement or compliance.
• Error: Mispronouncing "соответствие" by stressing the wrong syllable (e.g., on the first syllable instead of the third).
• Correction: Practice stressing the third syllable [sə-vʲɪt-ˈstvʲɪ-jə].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "соответствие" often carries a strong connotation of adherence to norms or expectations, especially in formal or bureaucratic contexts. For instance, ensuring "соответствие" with rules or standards is highly valued in professional and legal settings.

Related Concepts:

• согласие (agreement)
• единство (unity)
• гармония (harmony)