Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'diversification'

English Word: diversification

Key Russian Translations:

• диверсификация [dʲɪvʲɛrsʲɪfʲɪˈkatsɨjə] - [Formal, Business/Economic Context]

Frequency: Medium (Common in professional, economic, and business discussions but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with economic terminology and basic Russian noun inflections)

Pronunciation (Russian):

диверсификация: [dʲɪvʲɛrsʲɪfʲɪˈkatsɨjə]

Note on диверсификация: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("ka"), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the word's length and Slavic stress patterns. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

The process of making something more diverse, especially in business, economics, or strategy.

Translation(s) & Context:

• диверсификация - Used in formal contexts like corporate strategy or economic policy to describe expanding into new areas to reduce risk.

Usage Examples:

• В компании была реализована стратегия диверсификации для снижения рисков на рынке.

  In the company, a diversification strategy was implemented to reduce market risks.

• Экономическая диверсификация помогает странам избежать зависимости от одного источника дохода.

  Economic diversification helps countries avoid dependence on a single source of income.

• Диверсификация портфеля инвестиций является ключевым советом для начинающих инвесторов.

  Diversification of an investment portfolio is a key tip for beginner investors.

• Правительство России фокусируется на диверсификации экспорта, чтобы преодолеть санкции.

  The Russian government is focusing on diversifying exports to overcome sanctions.

• Диверсификация продукции позволила фирме расширить свою долю на рынке.

  Diversification of products allowed the firm to expand its market share.

Broader application in non-economic contexts, such as ecology or personal development.

Translation(s) & Context:

• диверсификация - Applied metaphorically in fields like biology or education, though less common than in economics.

Usage Examples:

• Диверсификация видов в экосистеме повышает её устойчивость к изменениям климата.

  Diversification of species in an ecosystem increases its resilience to climate change.

• Для личного роста важно диверсификация навыков и интересов.

  For personal growth, diversification of skills and interests is important.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

диверсификация is a feminine noun (feminine gender in Russian). It follows the standard first declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in -ия. This means it has regular inflections based on case and number. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This noun does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners once the basic declension rules are understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • разнообразие (raznoobrazije) - More general term for variety, often used in non-economic contexts; implies broader diversity without strategic implications.
  • расширение (rasširenie) - Expansion, which can overlap in business but focuses on growth rather than risk reduction.
• Antonyms:
  • унификация (unifikatsiya) - Standardization or unification, implying the opposite by making things uniform.
  • специализация (spetsializatsiya) - Specialization, focusing on narrowing rather than broadening options.

Related Phrases:

• экономическая диверсификация - Economic diversification; refers to broadening a country's or company's economic base to mitigate risks.
• диверсификация портфеля - Portfolio diversification; common in finance for spreading investments.
• стратегия диверсификации - Diversification strategy; used in business planning to outline expansion plans.

Usage Notes:

диверсификация directly corresponds to the English "diversification" in economic and strategic contexts, but it's primarily a formal term. Use it in professional writing or discussions; in casual speech, Russians might opt for simpler synonyms like "разнообразие" if the context allows. Be mindful of noun gender (feminine) when constructing sentences, as it affects adjectives and verbs. When choosing among translations, select диверсификация for precise business terminology; for everyday variety, "разнообразие" is more appropriate.

Common Errors:

• Confusing it with "диверсия" (diversiya, meaning sabotage): English learners might mix up the words due to similar roots. Incorrect: "Я планирую диверсию бизнеса" (meaning "I plan to sabotage the business"). Correct: "Я планирую диверсификацию бизнеса" (I plan to diversify the business). Explanation: "диверсия" has a negative connotation related to espionage, while "диверсификация" is neutral and positive in economic contexts.

• Improper inflection: Forgetting to change the case, e.g., using nominative in all contexts. Incorrect: "О диверсификация" (wrong genitive). Correct: "О диверсификации" (proper genitive for "about diversification"). Explanation: Always adjust for case to maintain grammatical accuracy in Russian sentences.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and economy, диверсификация gained prominence post-Soviet era as a response to economic instability. For instance, it's often discussed in the context of Russia's efforts to reduce oil dependency, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on resilience and adaptation in the face of global challenges.

Related Concepts:

• инвестиции (investments)
• экономический рост (economic growth)
• риски (risks)