Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'diagram'

English Word: diagram

Key Russian Translations:

• диаграмма [dʲɪɐˈɡramə] - [Formal, General Use]
• схема [ˈsxʲemə] - [Formal/Informal, Often Used for Technical Plans]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner-Intermediate for both translations)

Pronunciation (Russian):

диаграмма: [dʲɪɐˈɡramə]

Note on диаграмма: Stress falls on the second syllable. The 'г' is pronounced as a soft 'g' due to the following 'р'.

схема: [ˈsxʲemə]

Note on схема: Stress on the first syllable. The 'х' sounds like a soft 'h', typical in Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A visual representation of data or information (e.g., chart, graph)

Translation(s) & Context:

• диаграмма - Commonly used for graphs, charts, or visual data representations in academic or professional settings.

Usage Examples:

• На этой диаграмме показано распределение доходов.

  This diagram shows the distribution of income.

• Учитель нарисовал диаграмму на доске.

  The teacher drew a diagram on the board.

• Диаграмма помогает понять сложные данные.

  The diagram helps to understand complex data.

2. A simplified drawing showing structure or workings (e.g., technical plan)

Translation(s) & Context:

• схема - Often used for technical drawings, layouts, or plans like circuit diagrams or maps.

Usage Examples:

• Схема двигателя была очень подробной.

  The diagram of the engine was very detailed.

• На схеме метро обозначены все станции.

  All stations are marked on the subway diagram.

• Инженер изучил схему перед началом работы.

  The engineer studied the diagram before starting work.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

диаграмма (feminine noun):

схема (feminine noun):

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for диаграмма:

• график (closer to 'graph')
• таблица (in some contexts, meaning 'table')

Synonyms for схема:

• план (closer to 'plan')
• чертеж (closer to 'drawing' or 'blueprint')

Antonyms: None directly applicable for either term.

Related Phrases:

• круговая диаграмма - Pie chart (used for visual data representation).
• схема метро - Subway map (a common technical diagram).
• схема работы - Workflow diagram (used in professional contexts).

Usage Notes:

• диаграмма is more specific to visual data representations like charts and graphs, often used in academic, scientific, or business contexts.
• схема has a broader application, often referring to technical plans, layouts, or simplified drawings like maps or circuits. It can sometimes be used informally.
• Choose between the two based on context: Use диаграмма for statistical or data-driven visuals, and схема for structural or technical illustrations.

Common Errors:

• Mixing up диаграмма and схема: English learners often use them interchangeably. For instance, saying "схема" for a bar chart is incorrect; it should be "диаграмма". Example of error: Схема показывает данные (incorrect) vs. Диаграмма показывает данные (correct).
• Incorrect case usage: Beginners may forget to decline nouns in sentences. Example of error: Я вижу диаграмма (incorrect) vs. Я вижу диаграмму (correct, accusative case).

Cultural Notes:

In Russian academic and professional settings, visual aids like диаграмма are frequently used in presentations, similar to English-speaking cultures. However, схема often appears in everyday contexts, such as public transport maps, reflecting the practical nature of the term in Russian usage.

Related Concepts:

• график (graph)
• таблица (table)
• чертеж (blueprint)