Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'effect'

English Word: effect

Key Russian Translations:

• эффект [IPA: ɪˈfɛkt] - [Formal, Scientific]
• результат [IPA: rʲɪˈzʊlʲtət] - [Informal, Everyday]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical, scientific, and everyday contexts, but not as ubiquitous as basic vocabulary)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of loanwords and basic noun inflections for learners at this CEFR level)

Pronunciation (Russian):

эффект: [IPA: ɪˈfɛkt]

результат: [IPA: rʲɪˈzʊlʲtət]

Note on эффект: The stress is on the second syllable, which is typical for borrowed words; be careful with the soft 'ф' sound, which can be tricky for English speakers.

Note on результат: The 'р' is rolled, and the word has a clear stress on the third syllable; variations in informal speech may soften the consonants.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: The result or outcome of an action or process

Translation(s) & Context:

• эффект - Used in formal or scientific contexts, such as describing the impact of a drug or experiment.
• результат - More general and informal, applied in everyday situations like the outcome of a game or decision.

Usage Examples:

• Эффект от лекарства был заметен уже через час.

  The effect of the medicine was noticeable within an hour.

• Результаты эксперимента превзошли все ожидания.

  The results of the experiment exceeded all expectations.

• В фильме использовали специальные эффекты для создания реалистичной сцены.

  In the film, they used special effects to create a realistic scene.

• Какой был эффект от твоих усилий на работе?

  What was the effect of your efforts at work?

• Результат нашей дискуссии — новое решение проблемы.

  The result of our discussion is a new solution to the problem.

Meaning 2: Influence or impact on something

Translation(s) & Context:

• эффект - Often in contexts involving cause and effect, like in psychology or economics.
• результат - When emphasizing the end product of an influence, in casual conversations.

Usage Examples:

• Эффект климата на сельское хозяйство огромен.

  The effect of the climate on agriculture is enormous.

• Результат влияния СМИ на общественное мнение трудно переоценить.

  The result of the media's influence on public opinion is hard to overestimate.

• Какой эффект имеет это решение на нашу компанию?

  What effect does this decision have on our company?

• Результат изменений в политике стал заметен в экономике.

  The result of the policy changes became evident in the economy.

• Эффект от рекламы привел к росту продаж.

  The effect of the advertising led to an increase in sales.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'эффект' and 'результат' are masculine nouns in Russian, which means they follow standard masculine noun patterns for declension. 'Эффект' is a borrowed word and has relatively regular inflections, while 'результат' is more common and fully integrated into Russian grammar.

Note: These nouns do not change for gender but inflect regularly based on case and number. If used in compound phrases, they may require agreement with adjectives or verbs.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • воздействие (vozdejstvie) - More emphasis on active influence.
  • последствие (posledstvie) - Often used for consequences in a sequence of events.
• Antonyms:
  • причина (prichina) - The cause, as opposed to the effect.
  • неэффективность (neeffektivnost') - Inefficiency, contrasting with a positive effect.

Related Phrases:

• Побочный эффект (pobojnyj efekt) - Side effect; used in medical or scientific contexts to describe unintended consequences.
• Долгосрочный эффект (dolgosrochnyj efekt) - Long-term effect; refers to lasting impacts, often in policy or environmental discussions.
• Эффект бабочки (effekt babochki) - Butterfly effect; a metaphorical phrase for chaos theory, implying small changes leading to big results.

Usage Notes:

'Эффект' is a direct loanword from English/French and is preferred in formal, technical, or scientific writing, while 'результат' is more versatile for everyday use. English speakers should note that Russian requires case agreement, so 'эффект' changes based on its role in the sentence (e.g., genitive for possession). When choosing between translations, use 'эффект' for phenomena like sound effects or psychological impacts, and 'результат' for outcomes in sports or experiments. Be mindful of context to avoid overusing borrowed words, as native Russian alternatives can sound more natural.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'эффект' in informal settings where 'результат' is more appropriate, e.g., saying "эффект моей работы" instead of "результат моей работы" for "the effect of my work."
  Correct: "Результат моей работы был положительным." (The result of my work was positive.)
  Explanation: 'Эффект' implies a more abstract or scientific influence, while 'результат' fits daily conversations better.
• Mistake: Forgetting to inflect the noun, e.g., using 'эффект' in the genitive as 'эффект' instead of 'эффекта'.
  Correct: "Влияние эффекта на здоровье" should be "Влияние эффекта на здоровье" (wait, correct is already used, but error might be "эффект на здоровье" without genitive).
  Explanation: Always check the case; improper inflection can make the sentence grammatically incorrect.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like 'эффект' are often associated with Soviet-era scientific advancements, such as in physics or propaganda films. For instance, the 'Butterfly Effect' phrase gained popularity through literature and media, reflecting Russia's interest in chaos theory and its philosophical implications on fate and history.

Related Concepts:

• влияние (vlijanie)
• последствие (posledstvie)
• изменение (izmenenie)