Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Delegation'

English Word: delegation

Key Russian Translations:

• делегация [dʲɪlʲɪˈɡat͡sɨjə] - [Formal, Often used for official groups]
• представительство [prʲɪdstəˈvʲitʲɪlʲstvə] - [Formal, Refers to representation or a delegation in a broader sense]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in formal and political contexts)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate; "делегация" is easier to learn, while "представительство" may require more context understanding)

Pronunciation (Russian):

делегация: [dʲɪlʲɪˈɡat͡sɨjə]

Note on делегация: Stress falls on the third syllable ("га"). The "ц" sounds like "ts" in "cats".

представительство: [prʲɪdstəˈvʲitʲɪlʲstvə]

Note on представительство: Stress on the fourth syllable ("ви"). The "р" is rolled, and "ство" at the end is unstressed.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A group of representatives sent for a specific purpose (e.g., diplomatic or business mission)

Translation(s) & Context:

• делегация - Used for a formal group representing a country, organization, or company in negotiations or events.

Usage Examples:

• Российская делегация прибыла на саммит.

  The Russian delegation arrived at the summit.

• Делегация из Китая обсудила новые контракты.

  The delegation from China discussed new contracts.

• Наша делегация включала экспертов по экологии.

  Our delegation included environmental experts.

2. The act of representing or a body representing an entity

Translation(s) & Context:

• представительство - Refers to representation in a general or institutional sense, often less tied to a specific group.

Usage Examples:

• Это представительство защищает интересы компании за рубежом.

  This delegation represents the company's interests abroad.

• Представительство ООН находится в Нью-Йорке.

  The UN delegation (office) is located in New York.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

делегация (feminine noun, 1st declension):

представительство (neuter noun, 2nd declension): Regular declension for neuter nouns ending in -о. No irregularities.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for делегация:

• миссия (mission, often in a diplomatic sense)
• группа представителей (group of representatives, more descriptive)

Synonyms for представительство:

• агентство (agency, in some contexts)
• офис (office, when referring to a permanent representation)

Antonyms: None directly applicable, as "delegation" does not have a clear opposite in Russian.

Note: "миссия" may imply a more temporary or specific purpose than "делегация" in some contexts.

Related Phrases:

• возглавлять делегацию - To head a delegation (used for leadership of a group).
• член делегации - Member of a delegation (common in formal settings).
• открыть представительство - To open a delegation/office (used for establishing a permanent representation).

Usage Notes:

• "делегация" is the most common translation for a group of people sent on a mission, especially in diplomatic or business contexts. Use it when referring to a specific team or group.
• "представительство" often refers to a permanent or institutional representation, such as an office or agency abroad. It is less tied to a specific event or group of people.
• Be mindful of the formality of the context. Both terms are formal, but "делегация" is more specific to events or missions, while "представительство" can sound more abstract or bureaucratic.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "делегация" to refer to a permanent office or representation.
  Incorrect: У нас есть делегация в Париже. (We have a delegation in Paris.)
  Correct: У нас есть представительство в Париже. (We have a delegation/office in Paris.)
  Explanation: "делегация" implies a temporary group, not a fixed location.
• Error: Misusing cases with "делегация". English speakers often forget to adjust the case based on the sentence structure.
  Incorrect: Я встретил делегация. (I met delegation.)
  Correct: Я встретил делегацию. (I met a delegation.)
  Explanation: "делегацию" must be in the accusative case after "встретил" (met).

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of a "делегация" is often associated with official state or business affairs, reflecting the historical importance of diplomatic missions during Soviet times. Delegations were (and still are) a key part of international relations, often covered extensively in media. Using "делегация" may evoke a sense of formality or importance in conversation.

Related Concepts:

• дипломатия (diplomacy)
• переговоры (negotiations)
• миссия (mission)