Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'disqualify'

English Word: disqualify

Key Russian Translations:

• дисквалифицировать [dʲɪskvəlʲɪfʲɪt͡sɨrəvatʲ] - [Formal, Used in legal, sports, or official contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Commonly used in specialized fields like sports, law, and competitions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of verb conjugations and formal language structures, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of Russian grammar)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дисквалифицировать: [dʲɪskvəlʲɪfʲɪt͡sɨrəvatʲ]

Note on дисквалифицировать: The stress falls on the fourth syllable (-фи-), which can be tricky for learners due to the word's length and the presence of consonant clusters. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Main Meaning: To declare someone or something ineligible, often due to rule violations.

Translation(s) & Context:

• дисквалифицировать - Used in formal contexts such as sports, competitions, or legal proceedings to indicate removal of eligibility. Commonly applied to individuals or teams breaking rules.

Usage Examples:

• Игрока дисквалифицировали за нарушение правил.

  The player was disqualified for breaking the rules. (This example shows the verb in a sports context, with the object in the accusative case.)

• Команду дисквалифицировали из турнира из-за допинга.

  The team was disqualified from the tournament due to doping. (Illustrates use in a plural subject context, emphasizing formal administrative actions.)

• Судья решил дисквалифицировать участника за неспортивное поведение.

  The judge decided to disqualify the participant for unsportsmanlike conduct. (Demonstrates the verb in a decision-making scenario, with a focus on ethical implications.)

• В конкурсе дисквалифицировали всех, кто не соблюдал регламент.

  In the competition, everyone who did not follow the regulations was disqualified. (Shows the verb with a plural object, highlighting enforcement in group settings.)

• Атлета дисквалифицировали, но позже решение было отменено.

  The athlete was disqualified, but the decision was later reversed. (This example includes a narrative element, showing the verb in past tense and potential for appeals.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

дисквалифицировать is a verb of the first conjugation in Russian, which means it follows regular patterns for most forms but includes some irregularities due to its borrowed origin from English/French. It is typically used in the imperfective aspect (дисквалифицировать) for ongoing or general actions, though a perfective counterpart like отстранить might be used in some contexts.

Note: The verb does not change for gender in the past tense except in agreement with the subject. In imperative forms: дисквалифицируй (informal singular), дисквалифицируйте (formal plural).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • отстранить (otstranit' - more general, used for temporary removal, often in official contexts)
  • исключить (isklyuchit' - implies complete exclusion, with a nuance of permanent removal)
• Antonyms:
  • квалифицировать (kvalifitsirovat' - to qualify or make eligible)
  • допустить (dopustit' - to admit or allow participation)

Related Phrases:

• дисквалифицировать из соревнования - To disqualify from a competition (Used in sports to indicate removal due to infractions.)
• дисквалифицировать за допинг - To disqualify for doping (Common in athletic contexts, highlighting anti-doping regulations.)
• дисквалифицировать участника - To disqualify a participant (A general phrase for events or contests, emphasizing individual accountability.)

Usage Notes:

дисквалифицировать directly corresponds to 'disqualify' in English, particularly in formal or legal settings, but it's less common in casual speech. Always use it with a direct object in the accusative case, e.g., 'дисквалифицировать игрока'. In Russian, this verb often implies a formal decision by an authority, so it's ideal for contexts like sports or competitions. If the action is temporary, consider synonyms like отстранить for nuance. Learners should note that Russian verbs require agreement with the subject in person and number.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using the verb without a direct object, e.g., "Я дисквалифицировал" (incorrect as it's incomplete).
  Correct: "Я дисквалифицировал игрока" (I disqualified the player). Explanation: Russian verbs like this need an object to clarify what is being disqualified.
• Mistake: Confusing with similar verbs, e.g., saying "исключить" when "дисквалифицировать" is more precise for eligibility issues.
  Correct: Use "дисквалифицировать" for competition contexts. Explanation: "Исключить" means general exclusion and doesn't carry the same legal connotation.
• Mistake: Incorrect conjugation, e.g., "дисквалифицируеты" instead of "дисквалифицируешь".
  Correct: Follow standard first-conjugation patterns. Explanation: Pay attention to endings based on person and tense to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and media, "дисквалифицировать" is frequently associated with sports scandals, such as those in Olympic events or football leagues, where anti-doping rules are strictly enforced. This reflects Russia's emphasis on fairness in competitions, influenced by historical events like the Cold War-era sports rivalries, adding a layer of national pride or controversy to its usage.

Related Concepts:

• квалификация (kvalifikatsiya)
• соревнование (sorevnovaniye)
• допинг (doping)