Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'conservatism'

English Word: conservatism

Key Russian Translations:

• консерватизм [kənsʲɪrvɐˈtʲizm] - [Formal, Academic]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

консерватизм: [kənsʲɪrvɐˈtʲizm]

Note on консерватизм: The stress falls on the third syllable, "ти". Ensure the "р" is rolled slightly, typical of Russian pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Political or Social Conservatism (Resistance to Change)

Translation(s) & Context:

• консерватизм - Used in political, social, or ideological contexts to describe a preference for traditional values and resistance to change.

Usage Examples:

• Его политический консерватизм мешает реформам в стране.

  His political conservatism hinders reforms in the country.

• Консерватизм в обществе иногда воспринимается как отсталость.

  Conservatism in society is sometimes perceived as backwardness.

• Она придерживается консерватизма в вопросах образования.

  She adheres to conservatism in matters of education.

• Консерватизм этой партии привлекает старшее поколение.

  The conservatism of this party appeals to the older generation.

• В экономике консерватизм может привести к стагнации.

  In economics, conservatism can lead to stagnation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

консерватизм is a masculine noun in Russian. It follows the second declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Note: This noun does not have a plural form in standard usage as it refers to an abstract concept.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• традиционализм (traditionalism - slightly broader, includes cultural aspects)
• охранительство (a more historical or pejorative term for conservatism in Russian context)

Antonyms:

• либерализм (liberalism)
• прогрессивизм (progressivism)

Related Phrases:

• политический консерватизм - Political conservatism; refers to conservative ideologies in governance or policy.
• культурный консерватизм - Cultural conservatism; pertains to preserving traditional cultural values.
• экономический консерватизм - Economic conservatism; often associated with minimal government intervention in the economy.

Usage Notes:

• The term консерватизм is a direct borrowing from European languages and is used primarily in formal, academic, or political discourse in Russian. It is less common in everyday speech.
• In Russian, the concept of conservatism might carry a slightly different cultural connotation compared to English, often associated with historical resistance to reforms in Tsarist or Soviet contexts.
• Ensure the context (political, social, or economic) is clear when using this term, as it can be ambiguous without additional qualifiers.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misusing консерватизм in informal contexts or personal traits. For example, saying "Его консерватизм в одежде" (His conservatism in clothing) sounds unnatural.
  Correction: Use terms like "традиционность" or "приверженность традициям" for personal or non-political contexts. Correct: "Его традиционность в одежде."
• Error: Incorrect stress placement when pronouncing консерватизм. Stressing the first syllable instead of the third is a common mistake.
  Correction: Stress the third syllable: [kənsʲɪrvɐˈtʲizm].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, консерватизм often evokes historical associations with the Tsarist era or Soviet resistance to Western influence. It may carry a negative connotation in progressive circles, being linked to stagnation or opposition to modernization. Understanding these nuances is crucial when discussing political or social topics in Russian.

Related Concepts:

• традиция (tradition)
• патриотизм (patriotism)
• реакционизм (reactionism)