Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Determination'

English Word: determination

Key Russian Translations:

• решимость [rʲɪˈʂɨməsʲtʲ] - [Formal, Often used in serious contexts]
• решительность [rʲɪˈʂɨtʲɪlʲnəsʲtʲ] - [Formal/Informal, Refers to decisive behavior]
• упорство [ʊˈporstvə] - [Neutral, Emphasizes persistence]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in both spoken and written contexts)

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

Pronunciation (Russian):

решимость: [rʲɪˈʂɨməsʲtʲ]

Note on решимость: Stress falls on the second syllable; the "ш" sound is a soft hissing sound unique to Russian.

решительность: [rʲɪˈʂɨtʲɪlʲnəsʲtʲ]

Note on решительность: Similar stress pattern to "решимость," with a longer structure due to suffixes.

упорство: [ʊˈporstvə]

Note on упорство: Stress on the second syllable; the final "о" is reduced to a schwa sound in casual speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Firmness of Purpose (Resolve)

Translation(s) & Context:

• решимость - Often used in formal or serious contexts to denote a strong will or commitment.

Usage Examples:

• Его решимость добиться успеха вдохновляет всех.

  His determination to succeed inspires everyone.

• Она показала решимость в борьбе за свои права.

  She showed determination in fighting for her rights.

• Решимость команды привела их к победе.

  The team's determination led them to victory.

2. Decisiveness (Quick Decision-Making)

Translation(s) & Context:

• решительность - Refers to the quality of being decisive, often in behavior or action.

Usage Examples:

• Её решительность в принятии решений впечатляет.

  Her determination in making decisions is impressive.

• Решительность командира спасла ситуацию.

  The commander's determination saved the situation.

3. Persistence (Stubborn Effort)

Translation(s) & Context:

• упорство - Focuses on persistence or perseverance, often with a connotation of overcoming obstacles.

Usage Examples:

• Его упорство в учёбе принесло отличные результаты.

  His determination in studying brought excellent results.

• Упорство помогло ей завершить проект вовремя.

  Her determination helped her complete the project on time.

• Без упорства невозможно достичь таких высот.

  Without determination, it is impossible to reach such heights.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

решимость (feminine noun): Follows standard feminine noun declension (1st declension).

Case	Singular
Nominative	решимость
Genitive	решимости
Dative	решимости
Accusative	решимость
Instrumental	решимостью
Prepositional	о решимости

решительность (feminine noun): Similar declension pattern to "решимость."

упорство (neuter noun): Follows standard neuter noun declension (2nd declension).

Case	Singular
Nominative	упорство
Genitive	упорства
Dative	упорству
Accusative	упорство
Instrumental	упорством
Prepositional	об упорстве

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for решимость/решительность/упорство:

• твёрдость (firmness)
• настойчивость (persistence)
• воля (willpower)

Note: "твёрдость" often implies a moral or emotional firmness, while "настойчивость" is closer to persistence in action.

Antonyms:

• нерешительность (indecisiveness)
• слабость (weakness)

Related Phrases:

• с большой решимостью - with great determination (used to emphasize strong resolve)
• проявить решительность - to show determination (often in critical situations)
• упорство в достижении цели - determination in achieving a goal (focuses on persistent effort)

Usage Notes:

• "Решимость" is often used in formal or written contexts, emphasizing a deep, internal resolve, while "решительность" can apply to both formal and informal contexts, focusing on decisive action.
• "Упорство" carries a nuance of persistence or stubbornness and is often used when describing long-term effort or overcoming challenges.
• Be mindful of context when choosing between these translations, as they are not always interchangeable.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "решительность" when referring to long-term persistence. Incorrect: "Его решительность помогла закончить марафон." Correct: "Его упорство помогло закончить марафон." (Explanation: "Решительность" implies decisiveness, not endurance.)
• Error: Misusing cases after prepositions. Incorrect: "С решимость." Correct: "С решимостью." (Explanation: Instrumental case is required after "с" for abstract nouns.)

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, determination (especially "упорство") is often associated with resilience and perseverance, qualities historically admired due to the country's challenging history and climate. Expressions of determination are frequently celebrated in literature and folklore, portraying heroes who overcome immense odds.

Related Concepts:

• сила воли (willpower)
• стойкость (endurance)
• целеустремлённость (purposefulness)