Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'discord'

English Word: discord

Key Russian Translations:

• Несогласие (/nʲɪsɐˈɡlaʂɨjə/) - [Formal, used in official or written contexts]
• Раздор (/rɐzˈdor/) - [Informal, often in spoken language or literary descriptions]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in discussions of conflict, but not as frequent as basic everyday words).

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; requires understanding of noun inflections and contextual usage; for 'Несогласие', it's slightly easier due to regular patterns, while 'Раздор' may vary by context).

Pronunciation (Russian):

Несогласие: /nʲɪsɐˈɡlaʂɨjə/

Note on Несогласие: The 'г' is a voiced velar fricative, similar to the 'g' in "go" but more guttural; stress falls on the third syllable, which can be tricky for beginners.

Раздор: /rɐzˈdor/

Note on Раздор: The 'р' is a trilled 'r', and the stress is on the second syllable; this word has a more emphatic pronunciation in emotional contexts.

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Meanings and Usage:

Lack of harmony or agreement

Translation(s) & Context:

• Несогласие - Used in formal settings, such as diplomatic discussions or written reports, to denote disagreement or disharmony.
• Раздор - Applied in informal or narrative contexts, like storytelling, to describe interpersonal conflicts.

Usage Examples:

• В семействе возникло несогласие из-за решения о переезде.

  In the family, discord arose due to the decision about moving.

• Раздор между друзьями начался после спора о политике.

  Discord between friends began after an argument about politics.

• Несогласие в команде помешало успешному завершению проекта.

  Discord within the team hindered the successful completion of the project.

• Этот раздор в обществе может привести к серьёзным последствиям.

  This discord in society could lead to serious consequences.

• Несогласие между лидерами было разрешено через переговоры.

  The discord between leaders was resolved through negotiations.

Conflict or strife

Translation(s) & Context:

• Раздор - Common in contexts involving emotional or social upheaval, such as family disputes or historical events.
• Несогласие - More neutral, used in professional or intellectual conflicts.

Usage Examples:

• Раздор в деревне был вызван давними обидами.

  Discord in the village was caused by long-standing grudges.

• Несогласие с политикой правительства привело к протестам.

  Discord with the government's policy led to protests.

• Этот раздор между странами длился годами.

  This discord between countries lasted for years.

• Несогласие в мнениях учёных стимулировало дальнейшие исследования.

  Discord in scientists' opinions stimulated further research.

• Раздор в отношениях часто начинается с мелких недоразумений.

  Discord in relationships often starts with minor misunderstandings.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'Несогласие' and 'Раздор' are neuter nouns in Russian, which means they follow standard noun declension patterns. 'Несогласие' is a regular noun with predictable inflections, while 'Раздор' can have slight irregularities in certain forms.

Note: These nouns do not change in gender but inflect for case and number as shown. 'Раздор' is less commonly used in plural forms in modern speech.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Конфликт (konflikt) - More general term for conflict, often interchangeable with 'Раздор' in casual contexts.
  • Спор (spor) - Emphasizes argument; differs from 'Несогласие' by implying active debate.
  • Противоречие (protivorichie) - Highlights contradiction, similar to 'Несогласие' but with a logical nuance.
• Antonyms:
  • Согласие (soglasie) - Agreement or harmony.
  • Гармония (garmoniya) - Complete accord, especially in social or musical contexts.
  • Мир (mir) - Peace, directly opposing strife.

Related Phrases:

• Вносить раздор - To sow discord; used in contexts of instigating conflict, e.g., in social or political settings.
• Несогласие в мнениях - Disagreement in opinions; a common phrase in discussions or debates.
• Раздор в семье - Family discord; refers to internal family conflicts with emotional undertones.
• Преодолеть несогласие - To overcome discord; implies resolution in professional or personal matters.

Usage Notes:

'Discord' translates most accurately to 'Несогласие' in formal English-Russian contexts, where precision and neutrality are key, such as in business or diplomacy. 'Раздор' is better for informal or emotional scenarios, like storytelling or everyday conversations, as it conveys a stronger sense of upheaval. Be mindful of the noun's declension based on case (e.g., use genitive for possession). When choosing between translations, consider the context: 'Несогласие' is safer for written English learners, while 'Раздор' adds a dramatic flair. Always pair it with appropriate prepositions, like 'в разборе' for 'in discord'.

• Avoid direct word-for-word translation; adapt based on Russian sentence structure.
• In plural forms, 'Несогласия' can emphasize multiple instances of discord.

Common Errors:

English learners often confuse 'Несогласие' with 'Согласие' (agreement), leading to opposite meanings. For example, incorrectly saying "Мы достигли несогласия" (We reached discord) when meaning agreement; the correct form is "Мы достигли согласия". Another error is improper inflection, such as using 'Раздор' in the wrong case, e.g., "Из-за раздор" instead of "Из-за раздора" (due to discord). Always check the genitive form for prepositional phrases to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like 'Раздор' often appear in literature, such as in Tolstoy's works, symbolizing the deep-seated conflicts in society or family life. This reflects Russia's historical emphasis on collective harmony versus individual discord, rooted in communal traditions and events like the revolutions, where such terms evoke emotional and social turmoil.

Related Concepts:

• Конфликт (konflikt)
• Спор (spor)
• Гармония (garmoniya)
• Мир (mir)