Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'hundredfold'

English Word: hundredfold

Key Russian Translations:

• в сто раз [v sto rɐz] - [Adverbial phrase, used in formal and informal contexts for multiplication]
• сотократный [sətə'kratnyj] - [Adjective, formal, often in scientific or mathematical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in discussions of growth, economics, or mathematics, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding numerical multipliers and adverbial phrases; for 'сотократный', it may be B2 due to adjective inflection)

Pronunciation (Russian):

в сто раз: [v sto rɐz]

сотократный: [sətə'kratnyj]

Note on в сто раз: This phrase is straightforward, but the 'р' in 'раз' is a rolled 'r', which can be challenging for non-native speakers. Stress falls on 'sto'.

Note on сотократный: The 'о' in 'со' is reduced in fast speech, sounding like [sə]. Pay attention to the soft sign 'й' at the end.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A hundred times as much or as many (indicating multiplication by 100)

Translation(s) & Context:

• в сто раз - Used in contexts of increase, growth, or comparison, such as in scientific, economic, or everyday discussions about quantities.
• сотократный - Applied as an adjective to describe something that is a hundred times greater, often in formal writing or technical language.

Usage Examples:

• Урожай увеличился в сто раз за последние десять лет.

  The harvest increased a hundredfold over the last ten years.

• Инвестиции принесли сотократный эффект, и прибыль выросла значительно.

  The investments had a hundredfold effect, and profits grew significantly.

• В сто раз больше людей теперь пользуются интернетом по сравнению с 1990-ми.

  A hundredfold more people now use the internet compared to the 1990s.

• Этот метод сделал процесс эффективным в сотократном масштабе.

  This method made the process efficient on a hundredfold scale.

• В сто раз быстрее, чем раньше, мы достигли цели.

  We reached the goal a hundredfold faster than before.

Meaning 2: Figurative use for extreme multiplication or abundance

Translation(s) & Context:

• в сто раз - In metaphorical contexts, such as literature or rhetoric, to emphasize exaggeration.

Usage Examples:

• Его энтузиазм умножился в сто раз после успеха проекта.

  His enthusiasm multiplied a hundredfold after the project's success.

• В сто раз ярче, чем звезды, светила луна той ночью.

  The moon shone a hundredfold brighter than the stars that night.

• Эта победа вдохновила команду в сто раз сильнее.

  This victory inspired the team a hundredfold more.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The phrase 'в сто раз' is an adverbial expression and does not inflect; it remains unchanged across contexts.

For 'сотократный' (an adjective), it follows standard Russian adjective declension patterns. Below is a table for its nominative forms:

Note: This is a regular adjective, so it inflects based on gender, number, and case. For irregular forms or other translations, consult a full grammar resource.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • в тысячу раз (a thousandfold; used for larger multiples)
  • вдесятеро (tenfold; similar but for smaller multiples, with a more poetic connotation)
• Antonyms:
  • вполовину (half; indicates reduction)
  • втрое меньше (three times less; for contrastive multiples)

Related Phrases:

• увеличиться в сто раз - (To increase a hundredfold; used in contexts of growth or expansion)
• в сто раз больше - (A hundredfold more; common in comparisons of quantity)
• сотократное увеличение - (Hundredfold increase; formal phrase in scientific or economic discussions)

Usage Notes:

'В сто раз' directly corresponds to 'hundredfold' in adverbial use and is versatile for both literal and figurative contexts, but it's more common in Russian than the adjective form. Use 'сотократный' for technical descriptions, such as in mathematics or biology. Be mindful of word order in sentences; Russian often places the phrase at the end for emphasis. When choosing between translations, opt for 'в сто раз' in everyday language and 'сотократный' for formal writing to avoid sounding overly literal.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using 'в сто раз' incorrectly as an adjective, e.g., saying "в сто раз дом" instead of "дом в сто раз больше".
  Correct: "Дом увеличился в сто раз по размерам" (The house increased a hundredfold in size).
  Explanation: 'В сто раз' is adverbial, not adjectival; pair it with verbs like 'увеличиться' for accuracy.
• Mistake: Confusing with similar phrases, e.g., saying 'в сто крат' interchangeably, which is archaic and less common.
  Correct: Stick to 'в сто раз' for modern usage.
  Explanation: 'В сто крат' is outdated and may sound formal or literary, potentially confusing native speakers.

Cultural Notes:

While 'hundredfold' and its Russian equivalents don't carry strong cultural connotations, they are often used in Russian literature and historical texts to emphasize exponential growth, as seen in works by authors like Tolstoy, where themes of abundance or transformation are prevalent. This reflects Russia's historical emphasis on vast scales in geography and economy.

Related Concepts:

• двойной (double)
• тройной (triple)
• в тысячу раз (a thousandfold)