Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dissonant'

English Word: dissonant

Key Russian Translations:

• диссонансный [dʲɪsəˈnantsnɨj] - [Formal, Music context]
• несогласный [nʲɪsəˈglasnɨj] - [General use, Informal]

Frequency: Low (This word and its translations are not commonly used in everyday conversation; more prevalent in specialized contexts like music or philosophy.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian adjectives and specific terminology, with 'диссонансный' potentially harder due to its technical nature, while 'несогласный' is more straightforward.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

диссонансный: [dʲɪsəˈnantsnɨj]

Note on диссонансный: The stress falls on the third syllable ("nants"), which can be tricky for learners due to the soft consonants; practice with native speakers for accurate soft sign (ь) pronunciation.

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несогласный: [nʲɪsəˈglasnɨj]

Note on несогласный: The initial "н" is palatalized, making it sound softer; common in spoken Russian, but ensure the stress on the third syllable for natural flow.

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Meanings and Usage:

Music: Lacking harmony or producing discordant sounds

Translation(s) & Context:

• диссонансный - Used in musical or artistic contexts to describe sounds that clash or create tension, often in formal discussions about composition.

Usage Examples:

• Эта мелодия содержит диссонансные ноты, которые добавляют напряжение.

  This melody contains dissonant notes, which add tension.

• В этой симфонии диссонансный аккорд подчеркивает эмоциональный конфликт.

  In this symphony, the dissonant chord emphasizes emotional conflict.

• Композитор намеренно использовал диссонансные элементы для создания драматизма.

  The composer deliberately used dissonant elements to create drama.

• Диссонансный звук в пьесе вызывает ощущение нестабильности.

  The dissonant sound in the piece evokes a sense of instability.

General: Incongruous, conflicting, or not in agreement

Translation(s) & Context:

• несогласный - Applied in everyday or philosophical contexts to describe ideas, opinions, or elements that do not align, suitable for informal or debate settings.

Usage Examples:

• Его несогласные взгляды на политику вызвали споры в группе.

  His dissonant views on politics sparked debates in the group.

• Несогласный тон в разговоре указывал на скрытое разногласие.

  The dissonant tone in the conversation indicated underlying disagreement.

• В этой дискуссии несогласные аргументы помогли достичь компромисса.

  In this discussion, the dissonant arguments helped reach a compromise.

• Несогласный элемент в дизайне делает проект более инновационным.

  The dissonant element in the design makes the project more innovative.

• Ее несогласное поведение на встрече удивило коллег.

  Her dissonant behavior at the meeting surprised her colleagues.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'диссонансный' and 'несогласный' are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern for first-declension adjectives, with some irregularities in spelling due to soft signs.

For 'диссонансный' (masc. sg.):

For 'несогласный' (similar pattern, but more common and regular):

These adjectives do not change in short form or predicative use, making them straightforward once the pattern is learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • негармоничный (negarmonichnyj) - Similar to 'диссонансный', but more broadly used for lack of harmony; often in artistic contexts.
  • несовместимый (nesovmestimyj) - Closer to 'несогласный', implying incompatibility; used in logical or relational contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • гармоничный (garmonichnyj) - Directly opposite to 'диссонансный', meaning harmonious.
  • согласный (soglasnyj) - Opposite to 'несогласный', meaning agreeing or consonant.

Related Phrases:

• диссонанс в музыке - Dissonance in music; refers to clashing notes that create tension.
• несогласные мнения - Dissonant opinions; used in debates to describe conflicting views.
• создать диссонанс - To create dissonance; a phrase for introducing conflict in art or discussion.

Usage Notes:

'Диссонансный' is a direct borrowing from English/French and is primarily used in technical music contexts, making it a precise match for the musical sense of 'dissonant'. In contrast, 'несогласный' is more versatile for general incongruity but may not capture the auditory aspect. English learners should note that Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify, which is a key grammatical difference. For formal writing, prefer 'диссонансный' in artistic discussions, while 'несогласный' works in everyday or informal speech. Be cautious with context to avoid misuse between the two translations.

Common Errors:

• Confusing case endings: Learners often use the nominative form (e.g., 'диссонансный') in all contexts. Incorrect: "Я видел диссонансный музыка" (wrong case). Correct: "Я видел диссонансную музыку" (accusative form). This error stems from not declining adjectives properly.
• Overgeneralizing translations: Mistaking 'несогласный' for 'диссонансный' in music contexts. Incorrect: Using 'несогласный аккорд' instead of 'диссонансный аккорд'. Correct: Stick to 'диссонансный' for musical terms to maintain accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of 'dissonance' (диссонанс) is often linked to historical avant-garde movements in music and art, such as those influenced by composers like Stravinsky. It symbolizes innovation and tension, reflecting Russia's rich tradition of pushing artistic boundaries, which can add emotional depth to discussions in literature or philosophy.

Related Concepts:

• консонанс (konsonans) - Consonant sounds in music.
• гармония (garmoniya) - Harmony, often contrasted with dissonance.
• конфликт (konflikt) - Conflict, a broader thematic link to 'несогласный'.