Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Conscientiously'

English Word: conscientiously

Key Russian Translations:

• добросовестно [ˌdobrəsʌˈvʲestnə] - [Formal, Commonly Used]
• сознательно [sɐˈznatʲɪlnə] - [Formal, Often Used in Context of Awareness]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for "добросовестно"; B2-C1 (Intermediate-Advanced) for "сознательно"

Pronunciation (Russian):

добросовестно: [ˌdobrəsʌˈvʲestnə]

Note on добросовестно: Stress falls on the third syllable "вест". The "о" in "добро" is pronounced as a reduced "ə" due to Russian vowel reduction.

сознательно: [sɐˈznatʲɪlnə]

Note on сознательно: Stress falls on the second syllable "зна". The "о" is reduced to "ɐ" in unstressed position.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Doing something with care and effort (Primary Meaning)

Translation(s) & Context:

• добросовестно - Used to describe performing tasks or duties with diligence and responsibility, often in professional or formal contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Она добросовестно выполнила все задания.

  She conscientiously completed all the tasks.

• Он добросовестно относится к своей работе.

  He approaches his work conscientiously.

• Мы должны добросовестно изучать этот вопрос.

  We must study this issue conscientiously.

2. Acting with awareness or intent (Secondary Meaning)

Translation(s) & Context:

• сознательно - Used when emphasizing deliberate or intentional actions, often related to awareness or moral choice.

Usage Examples:

• Он сознательно отказался от предложения.

  He conscientiously declined the offer.

• Она сознательно выбрала этот путь.

  She conscientiously chose this path.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

добросовестно and сознательно are both adverbs derived from adjectives ("добросовестный" and "сознательный"). As adverbs, they do not inflect or change form based on gender, number, or case. They remain invariant in all contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for добросовестно:

• тщательно (thoroughly)
• старательно (diligently)

Note: "тщательно" emphasizes attention to detail, while "старательно" highlights effort and persistence.

Synonyms for сознательно:

• преднамеренно (intentionally)
• умышленно (deliberately)

Antonyms for добросовестно:

• небрежно (carelessly)
• халатно (negligently)

Antonyms for сознательно:

• бессознательно (unconsciously)
• невольно (involuntarily)

Related Phrases:

• добросовестно трудиться - to work conscientiously (often used in formal or professional contexts)
• сознательно принимать решение - to make a decision conscientiously (emphasizing awareness and intent)
• добросовестное отношение - conscientious attitude (common in evaluations or reports)

Usage Notes:

• "добросовестно" is the primary translation for "conscientiously" when referring to performing duties or tasks with care and responsibility. It is more common in formal or professional settings.
• "сознательно" should be used when the context involves deliberate intent or moral awareness. It is less about diligence and more about conscious choice.
• Be mindful of the context when choosing between these translations, as they are not interchangeable despite overlapping meanings.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "сознательно" when describing diligent work. Example of incorrect usage: "Он сознательно выполнил задание" (He consciously completed the task). This implies awareness but not necessarily diligence. Correct: "Он добросовестно выполнил задание" (He conscientiously completed the task).
• Error: Using "добросовестно" in contexts of moral or intentional choice. Example of incorrect usage: "Она добросовестно солгала" (She conscientiously lied). This sounds unnatural as it implies diligence in lying. Correct: "Она сознательно солгала" (She conscientiously lied).

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "добросовестно" is highly valued in professional and academic contexts, reflecting a strong emphasis on responsibility and thoroughness. Using this term in feedback or evaluations often carries a positive connotation of reliability.

Related Concepts:

• ответственность (responsibility)
• тщательность (thoroughness)
• осознанность (awareness)