Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'idealization'

English Word: idealization

Key Russian Translations:

• идеализация [ɪˌdʲeəlʲɪˈzaʦɨə] - [Formal, Abstract Concept]
• идеализирование [ɪˌdʲeəlʲɪzʲɪˈvanʲɪje] - [Formal, Process-Oriented, Used in Philosophical Contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, psychological, and literary discussions, but not everyday conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of abstract nouns and nominalization in Russian, with variations based on context).

Pronunciation (Russian):

идеализация: [ɪˌdʲeəlʲɪˈzaʦɨə]

идеализирование: [ɪˌdʲeəlʲɪzʲɪˈvanʲɪje]

Note on идеализация: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("za"), and the palatalized 'л' can be challenging for English speakers; practice the soft consonants for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: The process of representing something as ideal or more perfect than it is, often in psychology, art, or philosophy.

Translation(s) & Context:

• идеализация - Used in formal contexts to describe the idealization of concepts, people, or situations, such as in psychological theories.
• идеализирование - Employed when emphasizing the active process, like in literary analysis or self-improvement discussions.

Usage Examples:

• В психологии идеализация часто приводит к разочарованию, когда реальность не соответствует ожиданиям.

  In psychology, idealization often leads to disappointment when reality does not match expectations.

• Идеализация прошлого поколения мешает молодым людям строить собственное будущее.

  Idealization of the past generation hinders young people from building their own future.

• Художник занимается идеализированием природы в своих картинах, делая её более прекрасной, чем она есть.

  The artist engages in idealizing nature in their paintings, making it more beautiful than it actually is.

• Идеализация отношений в романах может создать нереалистичные ожидания у читателей.

  Idealization of relationships in novels can create unrealistic expectations among readers.

• В философии идеализирование концепций помогает в абстрактном мышлении, но требует критического анализа.

  In philosophy, idealizing concepts aids in abstract thinking but requires critical analysis.

Secondary Meaning: Overly positive representation in media or personal perception.

Translation(s) & Context:

• идеализация - Common in media criticism, where it refers to exaggerated portrayals.

Usage Examples:

• Идеализация знаменитостей в СМИ приводит к искажению общественного мнения.

  Idealization of celebrities in the media leads to distortion of public opinion.

• Идеализирование исторических фигур в фильмах часто упускает их недостатки.

  Idealizing historical figures in films often overlooks their flaws.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "идеализация" and "идеализирование" are feminine nouns in Russian, following standard first-declension patterns for abstract concepts. They are regular in their inflections, with changes based on case, number, and gender.

For "идеализирование", it follows similar patterns but is less common and may not always be inflected in plural forms due to its process-oriented nature.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • идеализизация (a variant, slight emphasis on the act)
  • романтизация (romanticization, used when idealization involves emotion)
• Antonyms:
  • реализм (realism, contrasts by focusing on actualities)
  • критицизм (criticism, highlighting flaws instead of ideals)

Related Phrases:

• Идеализация реальности - Idealization of reality (often used in psychological contexts to describe coping mechanisms).
• Идеализирование образов - Idealizing images (common in art and media discussions, referring to stylized representations).
• Преувеличенная идеализация - Exaggerated idealization (implies over-the-top portrayal, with potential negative connotations).

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "идеализация" directly corresponds to the English "idealization" in formal and abstract contexts, such as psychology or philosophy, but it may carry a connotation of naivety or distortion. Choose "идеализирование" for processes involving active transformation. Be mindful of case endings; for example, use the genitive form in phrases like "процесс идеализации" (the process of idealization). This word is more common in written Russian than spoken, so it's ideal for academic essays but less so in casual conversation.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "идеализация" in the wrong case, e.g., saying "Я вижу идеализация" instead of "Я вижу идеализацию" (accusative case for direct objects).

  Correct: "Я вижу идеализацию в этом фильме." (I see idealization in this film.) Explanation: Russian requires proper case agreement, which English speakers often overlook.

• Error: Confusing with "идеал" (ideal), leading to misuse like "идеал процесс" instead of "процесс идеализации".

  Correct: Use "идеализация" for the process, not just the concept. Explanation: "Идеал" is a noun meaning "ideal," so pair it correctly to avoid semantic overlap.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, idealization is often linked to literary traditions, such as in the works of Tolstoy or Dostoevsky, where characters idealize love or society, only to face disillusionment. This reflects a broader cultural theme of contrasting ideals with harsh realities, influenced by Russia's historical context of revolutionary ideals and subsequent critiques.

Related Concepts:

• романтизм
• утопия
• идеал