Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Convention'

English Word: Convention

Key Russian Translations:

• конвенция [kənˈvɛnt͡sɨjə] - [Formal, Often Legal or International Contexts]
• съезд [ˈsjɛzd] - [Neutral, Refers to a Gathering or Meeting]
• соглашение [səɡlɐˈʂɛnʲɪjə] - [Formal, Often Used for Agreements or Treaties]

Frequency: Medium (Common in specific contexts like politics, law, and events)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate; varies by context and translation)

Pronunciation (Russian):

конвенция: [kənˈvɛnt͡sɨjə]

Note on конвенция: Stress falls on the second syllable. The "ц" sound is a distinct affricate in Russian, similar to 'ts' in 'cats'.

съезд: [ˈsjɛzd]

Note on съезд: Stress is on the first syllable. The "ъ" indicates a slight pause before the following consonant.

соглашение: [səɡlɐˈʂɛnʲɪjə]

Note on соглашение: Stress falls on the third syllable. The "ш" is a retroflex sound, similar to 'sh' but harder.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A Formal Agreement or Treaty (Legal/Political Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• конвенция - Used in formal, often international or legal contexts (e.g., Geneva Convention).
• соглашение - Refers to an agreement or pact, often between parties or nations.

Usage Examples:

• Эта конвенция была подписана в 1949 году.

  This convention was signed in 1949.

• Между странами было достигнуто соглашение.

  An agreement was reached between the countries.

• Конвенция по правам человека защищает свободу слова.

  The convention on human rights protects freedom of speech.

2. A Large Meeting or Conference (Event Context)

Translation(s) & Context:

• съезд - Refers to a large gathering, often of a political or professional nature.

Usage Examples:

• На съезде обсуждались важные вопросы образования.

  Important education issues were discussed at the convention.

• Ежегодный съезд партии пройдет в Москве.

  The annual party convention will take place in Moscow.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

конвенция (Feminine Noun):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	конвенция	конвенции
Genitive	конвенции	конвенций
Dative	конвенции	конвенциям
Accusative	конвенцию	конвенции
Instrumental	конвенцией	конвенциями
Prepositional	о конвенции	о конвенциях

съезд (Masculine Noun): Follows regular masculine declension patterns for inanimate nouns.

соглашение (Neuter Noun): Follows regular neuter declension patterns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for конвенция:

• договор
• пакт

Note: "договор" is more general and often used for contracts, while "пакт" implies a formal or historical agreement.

Synonyms for съезд:

• конференция
• собрание

Antonyms: None directly applicable for most senses.

Related Phrases:

• Женевская конвенция - Geneva Convention (refers to international humanitarian law).
• Съезд народных депутатов - Congress of People's Deputies (historical political gathering in Russia).
• Международное соглашение - International agreement (formal pact between nations).

Usage Notes:

• "конвенция" is primarily used in formal, legal, or international contexts. It does not refer to casual gatherings.
• "съезд" is the most appropriate translation for a convention as a meeting or event, especially in political or professional spheres.
• "соглашение" overlaps with "agreement" in English and should be used when the sense of "convention" implies a mutual understanding or treaty.
• Be cautious with tone and context when choosing between these translations, as they are not interchangeable.

Common Errors:

Error 1: Using "конвенция" to describe a casual meeting or conference.

Incorrect: Мы провели конвенцию друзей. (We held a convention of friends.)

Correct: Мы провели собрание друзей. (We held a gathering of friends.)

Explanation: "конвенция" is too formal for personal or informal contexts. Use "собрание" or "встреча" instead.

Error 2: Confusing "съезд" with "выезд" (departure or trip).

Incorrect: Съезд из города был отменен. (Intended: Departure from the city was canceled.)

Correct: Выезд из города был отменен.

Explanation: "съезд" refers to a gathering, not physical departure.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, the term "съезд" carries historical significance, often associated with major political events like the "Съезд КПСС" (Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union). Understanding this context can help English learners grasp the weight of the term in specific discussions.

Related Concepts:

• конференция (conference)
• договор (contract/agreement)
• собрание (meeting/assembly)