Russian Translation(s) & Details for '{{editorial}}'

English Word: {{editorial}}

Key Russian Translations:

• Редакционный [rʲɪˈdɑkt͡sɪjənɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• Редакционная статья [rʲɪˈdɑkt͡sɪjənəjə ˈstɑtʲjə] - [Formal, Noun Phrase, Used in media contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in journalistic and academic writing, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian noun-adjective agreements and media terminology)

Pronunciation (Russian):

Редакционный: [rʲɪˈdɑkt͡sɪjənɨj]

Note on Редакционный: The stress falls on the third syllable; be cautious with the palatalized 'r' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers.

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Редакционная статья: [rʲɪˈdɑkt͡sɪjənəjə ˈstɑtʲjə]

Note on Редакционная статья: Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech, with the 'j' sound softening; practice with native speakers for fluency.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: As an adjective, relating to editing or editorial work (e.g., in publishing)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Редакционный - Used in formal contexts like describing editorial policies or departments (e.g., in newspapers or books).

Usage Examples:

• Эта редакционная политика компании строго соблюдается. (This editorial policy of the company is strictly followed.)

  Translation: This editorial policy of the company is strictly followed.

• Редакционный отдел отвечает за проверку текстов. (The editorial department is responsible for reviewing texts.)

  Translation: The editorial department is responsible for reviewing texts.

• В редакционной встрече обсудили изменения в статье. (In the editorial meeting, changes to the article were discussed.)

  Translation: In the editorial meeting, changes to the article were discussed.

• Редакционный стиль газеты отличается простотой. (The editorial style of the newspaper is characterized by simplicity.)

  Translation: The editorial style of the newspaper is characterized by simplicity.

Meaning 2: As a noun, referring to an opinion piece in media (e.g., a newspaper editorial)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Редакционная статья - Typically used in formal media contexts to denote an article expressing the publication's opinion.

Usage Examples:

• Газета опубликовала редакционную статью о политических реформах. (The newspaper published an editorial article on political reforms.)

  Translation: The newspaper published an editorial article on political reforms.

• В редакционной статье автор критикует правительство. (In the editorial article, the author criticizes the government.)

  Translation: In the editorial article, the author criticizes the government.

• Чтение редакционной статьи помогает понять позицию издания. (Reading the editorial article helps understand the publication's stance.)

  Translation: Reading the editorial article helps understand the publication's stance.

• Редакционная статья часто отражает общественное мнение. (The editorial article often reflects public opinion.)

  Translation: The editorial article often reflects public opinion.

• Авторы редакционной статьи аргументируют свою точку зрения. (The authors of the editorial article argue their point of view.)

  Translation: The authors of the editorial article argue their point of view.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For Редакционный (adjective), it follows standard Russian adjective declension patterns. It changes based on gender, number, and case:

For Редакционная статья (noun phrase), "статья" is a feminine noun and inflects regularly: e.g., Genitive: редакционной статьи. "Редакционная" agrees with it as an adjective.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Редакторский (more focused on editing roles; less formal than редакционный)
  • Комментарий редакции (synonymous in media contexts, implying an official statement)
• Antonyms:
  • Нейтральный (neutral, as in unbiased content)
  • Фактический (factual, contrasting with opinion-based editorials)

Related Phrases:

• Редакционная политика - Refers to the editorial policy of a publication.
• Написать редакционную статью - To write an editorial article; commonly used in journalistic settings.
• Редакционный комментарий - An editorial comment; often implies a brief opinion piece.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "редакционный" is primarily an adjective and must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, unlike the English "editorial" which can stand alone. For the noun form, prefer "редакционная статья" in formal writing to avoid ambiguity. It's most common in media and academic contexts, so use it when discussing journalism. If multiple translations exist, choose based on context: "редакционный" for general editing, and "редакционная статья" for opinion pieces.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "редакционный" without proper agreement, e.g., saying "редакционный статья" (incorrect feminine form). Correct: "редакционная статья". Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; this mistake often stems from direct word-for-word translation from English.

• Error: Confusing it with "редакция" (meaning "editorial office" or "editing"). Correct usage: Use "редакционная статья" for an opinion piece. Explanation: "Редакция" refers to a place or process, not the content, so context is key to avoid miscommunication.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian media, editorial articles like "редакционная статья" often reflect the state's or publication's ideological stance, especially in historical contexts under Soviet influence. This can carry connotations of propaganda or official opinion, differing from Western media's emphasis on neutrality.

Related Concepts:

• Журналистика (Journalism)
• Мнение редакции (Opinion of the editorial board)
• Пресса (Press)