Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Convenient'

English Word: convenient

Key Russian Translations:

• удобный [ˈudəbnɨj] - [Formal/Informal, General Use]
• подходящий [pɐdˈxodʲəʂːɨj] - [Formal, Often Used for Suitability]

Frequency: High (widely used in everyday and formal contexts)

Difficulty: A2-B1 (Beginner to Intermediate, depending on context and inflection)

Pronunciation (Russian):

удобный: [ˈudəbnɨj]

Note on удобный: Stress falls on the first syllable. The final "ый" is pronounced softly.

подходящий: [pɐdˈxodʲəʂːɨj]

Note on подходящий: Stress on the second syllable. The "щ" sound is a soft, hissing sound unique to Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Easy to Use or Access (Physical Convenience)

Translation(s) & Context:

• удобный - Used for objects, locations, or situations that are easy to use or access (e.g., a convenient location or tool).

Usage Examples:

• Этот магазин очень удобный для меня.

  This store is very convenient for me.

• Удобный стул помогает работать дольше.

  A convenient chair helps to work longer.

• Удобное расположение отеля экономит время.

  The convenient location of the hotel saves time.

2. Suitable or Appropriate (Situational Convenience)

Translation(s) & Context:

• подходящий - Used when something fits well or is appropriate for a specific situation or time.

Usage Examples:

• Это подходящее время для встречи?

  Is this a convenient time for a meeting?

• Мы выбрали подходящий момент для разговора.

  We chose a convenient moment for the conversation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

удобный (Adjective): This adjective changes according to gender, number, and case as per Russian grammar rules.

подходящий (Adjective): Follows similar adjective declension rules. Refer to a full declension table for advanced usage.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for удобный:

• комфортный (comfortable, often for physical ease)
• практичный (practical, useful)

Synonyms for подходящий:

• уместный (appropriate, fitting)
• соответствующий (corresponding, suitable)

Antonyms:

• неудобный (inconvenient, uncomfortable)
• неподходящий (unsuitable, inappropriate)

Related Phrases:

• удобное время (convenient time) - Refers to a suitable or favorable time for something.
• удобный случай (convenient opportunity) - A good or fitting chance to do something.
• подходящий вариант (suitable option) - An appropriate or fitting choice.

Usage Notes:

• "удобный" is more commonly used for physical convenience (e.g., a convenient tool or place), while "подходящий" is often used for suitability in abstract contexts (e.g., a convenient time or situation).
• Be mindful of adjective agreement in Russian; the form of the word must match the gender, number, and case of the noun it describes.
• In formal writing or speech, "подходящий" may sound more polished when discussing appropriateness.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "удобный" when referring to a suitable time or situation. Example: *Это удобное время?* (incorrect for "Is this a convenient time?").
  Correction: Use "подходящее время" instead: Это подходящее время?
• Error: Failing to adjust adjective endings based on gender or case, e.g., saying *удобный стулья* instead of *удобные стулья* (plural form).
  Correction: Always match the adjective to the noun's grammatical properties.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of convenience often ties into practicality and efficiency, especially in daily life. Phrases like "удобное время" are frequently used when scheduling meetings or events, reflecting a cultural emphasis on mutual consideration and timing.

Related Concepts:

• практичность (practicality)
• комфорт (comfort)
• уместность (appropriateness)