Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'discriminatory'

English Word: discriminatory

Key Russian Translations:

• дискриминационный (/dʲɪskriːmʲɪˈnaʦɪonnɨj/) - [Formal]
• дискриминирующий (/dʲɪskriːmʲɪˈnʲirujʊʂʲɪj/) - [Informal, Used in everyday contexts]

Frequency: Medium (This term is commonly encountered in discussions about law, social issues, and human rights, but not in casual everyday conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian adjectives and their declensions, as well as vocabulary related to social and legal concepts.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дискриминационный: /dʲɪskriːmʲɪˈnaʦɪonnɨj/

дискриминирующий: /dʲɪskriːmʲɪˈnʲirujʊʂʲɪj/

Note on дискриминационный: The stress falls on the fourth syllable; be mindful of the palatalized 'н' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people.

Translation(s) & Context:

• дискриминационный - Used in formal contexts such as legal documents or academic discussions to describe policies or actions that discriminate based on race, gender, or other factors.
• дискриминирующий - Applied in informal settings, like everyday conversations about social injustices, emphasizing ongoing or active discrimination.

Usage Examples:

• Этот дискриминационный закон был отменен в 1990 году.

  This discriminatory law was repealed in 1990.

• Дискриминирующие практики в компании привели к судебному разбиратству.

  Discriminatory practices in the company led to a lawsuit.

• В обществе все еще существуют дискриминационные стереотипы по отношению к меньшинствам.

  In society, discriminatory stereotypes toward minorities still exist.

• Ее дискриминационный подход к найму был подвергнут критике.

  Her discriminatory approach to hiring was criticized.

• Дискриминирующий язык в СМИ может усугублять социальные проблемы.

  Discriminatory language in the media can exacerbate social issues.

Meaning 2: Making a distinction or showing a difference, often in a neutral or analytical sense.

Translation(s) & Context:

• дискриминационный - Less common in this neutral sense; used in technical or scientific contexts to denote differentiation without negative connotations.

Usage Examples:

• Этот тест имеет дискриминационный эффект, выделяя лучших кандидатов.

  This test has a discriminatory effect, identifying the best candidates.

• В статистике дискриминационный анализ помогает классифицировать данные.

  In statistics, discriminatory analysis helps classify data.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect according to gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard adjectival declension pattern, but they can be irregular in certain forms.

For дискриминирующий, it follows a similar pattern but may vary slightly in verbal adjective forms. These adjectives do not have irregular changes but must agree with the nouns they modify.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • дискриминативный (diskriminativnyy) - Similar but more technical, often used in psychological contexts.
  • предвзятый (predvzyatyj) - Implies bias, commonly used in informal settings.
• Antonyms:
  • нейтральный (nejtrálnyj) - Neutral, without bias.
  • равноправный (ravnoprávnyj) - Equal, promoting fairness.

Related Phrases:

• Дискриминация на основе пола - Discrimination based on gender; refers to unequal treatment due to sex.
• Расовая дискриминация - Racial discrimination; highlights prejudice based on race or ethnicity.
• Скрытая дискриминация - Hidden discrimination; describes subtle or indirect forms of bias.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "дискриминационный" is the most direct equivalent to "discriminatory" in formal contexts, such as legal or academic writing, and it often carries a negative connotation similar to English. When choosing between translations, opt for "дискриминирующий" in dynamic or action-oriented sentences. Be aware of grammatical agreement: always decline the adjective to match the noun's gender, number, and case. This word is frequently used in discussions of human rights, so it's essential in contexts involving social justice.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the adjective without proper declension, e.g., saying "дискриминационный политика" instead of "дискриминационная политика".

  Correct: "дискриминационная политика" (feminine noun agreement). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the nouns they modify; failing to do so can make the sentence grammatically incorrect and confusing.

• Error: Confusing it with "дискриминация" (the noun for discrimination) and using it as a verb form.

  Correct: Use "дискриминировать" for the verb (to discriminate). Explanation: "Дискриминационный" is strictly an adjective, not a verb, so learners should avoid verb-like constructions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and society, terms like "дискриминационный" are often linked to historical contexts such as the Soviet era's policies on ethnicity or modern issues like gender equality. Discussions around discrimination gained prominence post-perestroika, reflecting ongoing efforts to address inequalities in a multicultural society.

Related Concepts:

• равенство (equality)
• предубеждение (prejudice)
• сегрегация (segregation)