Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Deal'

English Word: Deal

Key Russian Translations:

• сделка [ˈsdelkə] - [Formal, Business Context]
• договорённость [dəɡəvɐˈrʲonːəsʲtʲ] - [Neutral, Agreement]
• дело [ˈdʲelə] - [Informal, Broader Context]

Frequency: High (commonly used in business and casual contexts)

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

Pronunciation (Russian):

сделка: [ˈsdelkə]

Note on сделка: Stress falls on the first syllable. The 'д' sound is soft due to the following 'е'.

договорённость: [dəɡəvɐˈrʲonːəsʲtʲ]

Note on договорённость: Stress is on the fourth syllable. The 'ё' is always stressed and pronounced distinctly.

дело: [ˈdʲelə]

Note on дело: Stress on the first syllable. Simple pronunciation, common in everyday speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A Business Agreement or Transaction

Translation(s) & Context:

• сделка - Used in formal or business contexts to refer to a deal or transaction.

Usage Examples:

• Мы заключили выгодную сделку с этой компанией.

  We made a profitable deal with this company.

• Сделка была подписана вчера.

  The deal was signed yesterday.

• Эта сделка изменила всё.

  This deal changed everything.

2. An Informal Agreement or Arrangement

Translation(s) & Context:

• договорённость - Refers to an informal or mutual agreement, often verbal.

Usage Examples:

• У нас есть договорённость о встрече в пятницу.

  We have an agreement to meet on Friday.

• Договорённость была достигнута без проблем.

  The arrangement was made without any issues.

3. A Matter or Concern (Broader Sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• дело - Used in a broader, often informal sense to mean "matter" or "business."

Usage Examples:

• Это не твоё дело.

  This is none of your business.

• Какое у тебя дело ко мне?

  What business do you have with me?

• Дело в том, что я занят.

  The thing is, I’m busy.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

сделка (Noun, Feminine):

Case	Singular	Plural
Nominative	сделка	сделки
Genitive	сделки	сделок
Dative	сделке	сделкам
Accusative	сделку	сделки
Instrumental	сделкой	сделками
Prepositional	о сделке	о сделках

договорённость (Noun, Feminine): Follows a similar declension pattern to "сделка."

дело (Noun, Neuter): Follows neuter noun declension rules, with forms like Nominative Singular: дело, Plural: дела.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for сделка:

• контракт (contract, more formal)
• соглашение (agreement, broader context)

Antonyms for сделка:

• разрыв (break, termination of a deal)

Related Phrases:

• заключить сделку - To make a deal (formal or business context).
• договориться о деле - To come to an agreement about something (informal).
• дело в шляпе - The deal is done (idiomatic, informal).

Usage Notes:

• "Сделка" is the most precise translation for a formal or business deal. Use it in professional contexts.
• "Договорённость" is better for informal or verbal agreements, often implying mutual understanding.
• "Дело" has a broader meaning and can refer to "business" or "matter." It is often used in idiomatic expressions.
• Pay attention to context when choosing the appropriate Russian word, as direct translation may not always work.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "дело" in a formal business context. Incorrect: "Мы подписали дело." Correct: "Мы подписали сделку."
• Error: Misusing "договорённость" for a written contract. Incorrect: "Договорённость был подписан." Correct: "Сделка была подписана."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, making a "сделка" often implies a significant level of trust or formality, especially in business. Verbal agreements ("договорённость") are also common, but written contracts are preferred in professional settings to avoid misunderstandings.

Related Concepts:

• контракт (contract)
• переговоры (negotiations)
• соглашение (agreement)