Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'dyslogistic'

English Word: dyslogistic

Key Russian Translations:

• дисфункциональный [dʲɪs.fʊŋk.t͡sɪ.ɐˈnalʲ.nɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]

Frequency: Low (Rarely used in everyday Russian; more common in technical or psychological contexts)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of compound adjectives and technical vocabulary)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дисфункциональный: [dʲɪs.fʊŋk.t͡sɪ.ɐˈnalʲ.nɨj]

Note on дисфункциональный: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("nalʲ"), which can be tricky for learners due to the long word and palatalized consonants. Pronounce it slowly to master the "fʊŋk" cluster.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Not functioning properly, often in a social, psychological, or systemic context (e.g., referring to dysfunctional families or systems).

Translation(s) & Context:

• дисфункциональный - Used in formal or professional settings, such as psychology or sociology, to describe something impaired or ineffective.

Usage Examples:

• Эта семья часто бывает дисфункциональной из-за постоянных конфликтов.

  This family is often dysfunctional due to constant conflicts.

• Дисфункциональный подход к управлению компанией привел к банкротству.

  The dysfunctional approach to managing the company led to bankruptcy.

• В психологии дисфункциональный поведенческий паттерн может быть изменен терапией.

  In psychology, a dysfunctional behavioral pattern can be changed through therapy.

• Дисфункциональный механизм в системе здравоохранения требует немедленных реформ.

  The dysfunctional mechanism in the healthcare system requires immediate reforms.

• Иногда дисфункциональный стиль общения маскирует глубокие эмоциональные проблемы.

  Sometimes a dysfunctional communication style masks deep emotional issues.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

дисфункциональный is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard rules for first-declension adjectives. It is invariable in its base form but changes according to gender, number, and case. Below is a table of its inflections:

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

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • нефункциональный (nefunktsional'nyy) - Similar but more general, often used interchangeably in technical contexts.
  • дефектный (defektnyy) - Implies a defect, with a slight connotation of being broken or flawed.
• Antonyms:
  • функциональный (funktsional'nyy) - Directly opposite, meaning well-functioning or efficient.
  • эффективный (effektivnyy) - Means effective, highlighting positive functionality.

Related Phrases:

• дисфункциональная семья - A dysfunctional family; often used in psychological discussions to describe family dynamics with issues.
• дисфункциональный механизм - Dysfunctional mechanism; refers to flawed systems in engineering or social structures.
• дисфункциональное поведение - Dysfunctional behavior; common in therapy contexts to describe harmful patterns.

Usage Notes:

"Дисфункциональный" is a direct calque from English "dysfunctional" and is primarily used in formal, academic, or professional settings rather than everyday conversation. It corresponds closely to the English term but may sound overly technical in Russian. When choosing between translations, opt for "дисфункциональный" in contexts involving psychology or systems analysis. Be mindful of grammatical agreement: always decline it according to the noun it modifies. For informal speech, native speakers might prefer simpler alternatives like "неработающий" (not working).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "дисфункциональный" without proper declension, e.g., saying "дисфункциональный семья" instead of "дисфункциональная семья".

  Correct: Always match gender, number, and case, as in "дисфункциональная семья". Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with their nouns, which is a common pitfall for English speakers used to invariable adjectives.

• Error: Overusing it in casual contexts, e.g., translating "my phone is dysfunctional" as "мой телефон дисфункциональный" when "мой телефон сломан" (my phone is broken) is more natural.

  Correct: Use "дисфункциональный" only for abstract or systemic issues; for physical objects, choose everyday words. Explanation: This prevents sounding overly formal and ensures idiomatic Russian.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like "дисфункциональный" are often associated with Soviet-era psychology and modern self-help literature, reflecting a historical emphasis on collective well-being. For instance, it frequently appears in discussions of family structures influenced by historical events like the Great Patriotic War, where societal dysfunctions were analyzed in literature and media.

Related Concepts:

• психологический (psikhologicheskiy)
• системный (sistemnyy)
• конфликтный (konfliktnyy)