Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'histogram'

English Word: histogram

Key Russian Translations:

• гистограмма [ɡʲɪˈstəɡramə] - [Formal, Technical]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, scientific, and data analysis contexts, but not in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with technical terminology and basic Russian noun inflections)

Pronunciation (Russian):

гистограмма: [ɡʲɪˈstəɡramə]

Note on гистограмма: The stress falls on the third syllable ('sto'), which is common in Russian borrowed words. Pay attention to the palatalized 'г' sound, which can be challenging for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary meaning: A graphical representation of the distribution of numerical data, typically as bars.

Translation(s) & Context:

• гистограмма - Used in statistical, mathematical, or data visualization contexts, such as in reports or software tools.

Usage Examples:

• Эта гистограмма демонстрирует распределение возрастов в группе.

  This histogram demonstrates the age distribution in the group.

• В Excel можно создать гистограмму для анализа данных.

  In Excel, you can create a histogram for data analysis.

• Гистограмма показывает пики активности в вечерние часы.

  The histogram shows peaks of activity in the evening hours.

• Исследователи используют гистограмму для визуализации частотных данных.

  Researchers use a histogram to visualize frequency data.

• Эта гистограмма иллюстрирует различия в доходах населения.

  This histogram illustrates differences in population income.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

гистограмма is a feminine noun (from the first declension group) and follows standard Russian noun inflection patterns. It changes based on case, number, and gender agreement. Below is a table of its key inflections:

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

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: диаграмма (diagram) - Often used interchangeably in broader contexts, but диаграмма can refer to any type of chart.
• Antonyms: Not directly applicable, as this is a specific term; however, in data contexts, a contrasting concept might be "равномерное распределение" (uniform distribution), though not a true antonym.

Related Phrases:

• Столбчатая гистограмма - Bar histogram; A type of histogram using bars to represent data frequencies.
• Гистограмма частот - Frequency histogram; Refers to a histogram showing how often values occur.
• Нормализованная гистограмма - Normalized histogram; Used in statistics to represent data as percentages.

Usage Notes:

гистограмма directly corresponds to the English "histogram" in technical fields like statistics and data science. It is primarily used in formal or professional settings, such as academic papers or software interfaces. Be mindful of case agreement when using it in sentences; for example, it must agree with adjectives or verbs in gender, number, and case. If multiple translations exist, choose гистограмма for precise statistical contexts, but диаграмма for more general visual representations. Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it may sound overly technical.

Common Errors:

• Error: Incorrectly using the nominative form in all cases, e.g., saying "анализ гистограмма" instead of "анализ гистограммы". Correct: "анализ гистограммы" (genitive case after "анализ"). Explanation: Russian requires nouns to inflect based on their role in the sentence; always check the case for proper agreement.

• Error: Confusing it with "диаграмма", leading to misuse in specific contexts, e.g., saying "гистограмма" for a pie chart. Correct: Use "диаграмма" for pie charts and reserve "гистограмма" for bar-based data distributions. Explanation: While related, these terms have distinct applications in data visualization.

Cultural Notes:

As a borrowed term from English and German (via "histogram"), гистограмма does not carry significant cultural connotations in Russian. However, it reflects Russia's emphasis on scientific education and data analysis in fields like mathematics and economics, which have historical roots in Soviet-era advancements. In modern contexts, it's commonly used in educational tools and software, highlighting the global influence of Western scientific terminology.

Related Concepts:

• диаграмма
• распределение
• статистика