Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'illogical'

English Word: illogical

Key Russian Translations:

• нелогичный [nʲɪlɐˈɡʲitɕnɨj] - [Adjective, Formal, Singular]
• иррациональный [ɪrət͡sɪjɐˈnalʲnɨj] - [Adjective, Formal, Often used in philosophical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (This word and its translations are commonly encountered in discussions, debates, or academic texts, but not in everyday casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, according to CEFR; requires understanding of adjectives and basic logic concepts. For 'нелогичный', it's straightforward; for 'иррациональный', it may lean towards B2 due to more abstract usage.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

нелогичный: [nʲɪlɐˈɡʲitɕnɨj]

иррациональный: [ɪrət͡sɪjɐˈnalʲnɨj]

Note on нелогичный: The stress falls on the third syllable ('gi'), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft 'g' sound. Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

Note on иррациональный: The initial 'и' is pronounced as a short 'i' sound, similar to 'ee' in "bit". Avoid overemphasizing the 'r' as in English.

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Meanings and Usage:

Not based on or not using good reasoning

Translation(s) & Context:

• нелогичный - Used in everyday formal discussions, such as arguments or critiques, to describe something that doesn't follow logical patterns.
• иррациональный - Applied in more abstract or philosophical contexts, like emotions or decisions that defy reason.

Usage Examples:

• Его аргументы были нелогичными, и никто не смог их понять.

  His arguments were illogical, and no one could understand them.

• В науке нелогичные гипотезы часто отбрасываются на ранних этапах.

  In science, illogical hypotheses are often discarded at early stages.

• Иррациональный страх перед полётами может быть преодолён с помощью терапии.

  An irrational fear of flying can be overcome with therapy.

• Её решение купить машину без проверки было совершенно нелогичным.

  Her decision to buy the car without checking was completely illogical.

• Иррациональный энтузиазм толпы иногда приводит к хаосу.

  The irrational enthusiasm of the crowd sometimes leads to chaos.

Lacking logical structure or coherence

Translation(s) & Context:

• нелогичный - Common in critiques of texts, speeches, or plans that lack internal consistency.

Usage Examples:

• Эта книга имеет нелогичный сюжет, что делает её сложной для чтения.

  This book has an illogical plot, making it difficult to read.

• Нелогичная структура доклада вызвала путаницу у аудитории.

  The illogical structure of the report caused confusion among the audience.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'нелогичный' and 'иррациональный' are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify. 'нелогичный' follows the standard first-declension pattern, while 'иррациональный' is less common but follows similar rules.

Note: These adjectives do not change for feminine or neuter nouns in a completely irregular way; they follow general adjective declension rules. For example, with a feminine noun: 'нелогичная идея' (an illogical idea).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • абсурдный (absurdnyy) - Often implies something ridiculously illogical.
  • иррациональный (irratsionalnyy) - As listed, with a focus on non-reason-based elements.
• Antonyms:
  • логичный (logicheskiy) - Directly opposite, meaning reasonable or logical.
  • рациональный (ratsionalnyy) - Emphasizes practicality and reason.

Related Phrases:

• нелогичное поведение - Illogical behavior; often used in psychological or social contexts to describe actions that don't make sense.
• иррациональный страх - Irrational fear; common in discussions about phobias or emotions.
• нелогичный вывод - Illogical conclusion; used in debates or logical analyses to point out flaws.

Usage Notes:

'Нелогичный' is the most direct translation for 'illogical' in everyday contexts, while 'иррациональный' is better for more abstract or emotional scenarios. In Russian, adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they describe, so always adjust accordingly (e.g., 'нелогичная' for feminine nouns). This word is typically formal and avoids slang, making it suitable for written essays or professional discussions. When choosing between translations, opt for 'нелогичный' for straightforward logic issues and 'иррациональный' for deeper, non-rational elements. Be mindful of context to avoid overgeneralization in speech.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'нелогичный' interchangeably with 'иррациональный' without considering nuance. For example, an English learner might say "иррациональный аргумент" when "нелогичный аргумент" is more appropriate for a simple logical flaw.

  Correct: Нелогичный аргумент (Illogical argument) – Explains a basic reasoning error.

  Explanation: 'Иррациональный' implies emotional or instinctive elements, not just poor logic, which can lead to confusion in debates.

• Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., saying "нелогичный идея" instead of "нелогичная идея".

  Correct: Нелогичная идея (Illogical idea).

  Explanation: Russian requires adjectives to match the noun's gender; 'идея' is feminine, so the adjective must end in '-ая'.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and literature, concepts like 'нелогичный' often appear in philosophical works by authors like Tolstoy or Dostoevsky, where irrational human behavior is explored. This reflects a broader Russian intellectual tradition of questioning logic in favor of emotional or spiritual truths, as seen in debates on rationality versus intuition.

Related Concepts:

• рациональный
• логический
• абсурдный