Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dynasty'

English Word: dynasty

Key Russian Translations:

• династия [dʲɪˈnastʲɪjə] - [Formal, Historical context]

Frequency: Medium (Commonly encountered in historical, political, or academic discussions, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding basic historical vocabulary and noun inflections in Russian)

Pronunciation (Russian):

династия: [dʲɪˈnastʲɪjə]

Note on династия: The stress falls on the third syllable ("stʲɪ"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized 'n' sound. Practice with native speakers for accurate pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

A sequence of rulers from the same family, often in a monarchical system.

Translation(s) & Context:

• династия - Used in formal historical or political contexts, such as discussing royal lineages or empires.

Usage Examples:

• Русская династия Романовых правила страной веками.

  The Russian dynasty of the Romanovs ruled the country for centuries. (This example shows the noun in a historical narrative context.)

• В Китае существовали мощные династии, такие как Тан и Мин.

  In China, there were powerful dynasties such as the Tang and Ming. (Illustrates use in comparative historical discussions.)

• Династия королей повлияла на экономику Европы.

  The dynasty of kings influenced Europe's economy. (Demonstrates the noun in a broader geopolitical context.)

• Конец династии привел к революции в стране.

  The end of the dynasty led to a revolution in the country. (Shows usage in describing historical transitions.)

• Современные династии в бизнесе продолжают традиции семей.

  Modern dynasties in business continue family traditions. (Applies the term metaphorically to contemporary settings.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Династия" is a feminine noun of the first declension. It follows standard Russian noun inflection patterns, with changes in cases and numbers. Below is a table outlining its inflections:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it relatively straightforward for learners once basic declension rules are mastered.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: правящий дом (ruling house) - Often used interchangeably in historical contexts, but more specific to royal families; род (rod) - A broader term for lineage or clan.
• Antonyms: республика (respublika) - Refers to a non-monarchical system; диктатура (diktatura) - Implies a non-hereditary authoritarian rule.

Related Phrases:

• царская династия - Royal dynasty; a phrase used in contexts discussing monarchies, e.g., in Russian history.
• династия правителей - Dynasty of rulers; highlights succession in governance.
• престолонаследие династии - Dynasty's succession to the throne; refers to inheritance practices in royal lines.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "династия" directly corresponds to the English "dynasty" in historical and political contexts, but it is typically used in formal or academic settings. Be mindful of case inflections when constructing sentences; for example, use the genitive case (династии) after prepositions like "of" (e.g., "dynasty of kings"). If multiple translations exist, choose "династия" for precision in monarchical discussions, as alternatives like "род" may imply a less formal family line. Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it can sound overly academic.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the nominative form "династия" in all contexts, e.g., saying "из династия" instead of "из династии". Correct: "Из династии Романовых" (From the Romanov dynasty). Explanation: Russian requires the genitive case after prepositions like "из" (from), so always check the required case based on sentence structure.

• Error: Confusing it with "династический" (dynastic, an adjective), e.g., saying "династический правление" instead of "династическое правление". Correct: "Династическое правление" (Dynastic rule). Explanation: Ensure the word form matches the grammatical role; "династия" is a noun, while "династический" is its adjectival form.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "династия" often evokes the history of the Romanov dynasty, which ruled Russia from 1613 to 1917. This term carries connotations of imperial grandeur and tragedy, as seen in events like the Russian Revolution. Understanding it helps English speakers grasp Russia's monarchical past and its influence on modern identity, where dynasties symbolize both stability and vulnerability.

Related Concepts:

• империя (empire)
• монархия (monarchy)
• престол (throne)