Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'importer'

English Word: importer

Key Russian Translations:

• импортер [ɪmˈpɔrtər] - [Formal, Business context]
• ввозитель [vˈvoʑitəl] - [Formal, Legal or trade-specific usage]

Frequency: Medium (Common in business, economic, and trade discussions but not in everyday casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, per CEFR; Requires familiarity with business vocabulary. For 'ввозитель', also B1, but may feel more challenging due to irregular noun declensions.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

импортер: [ɪmˈpɔrtər]

ввозитель: [vˈvoʑitəl]

Note on импортер: The stress falls on the second syllable; be cautious with the 'р' sound, which is a trilled 'r' in Russian, potentially challenging for English speakers.

Note on ввозитель: The 'ж' sound is a soft, palatalized 'zh' (like in 'measure'), and the word may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A person, company, or entity that brings in goods or services from another country for sale or use.

Translation(s) & Context:

• импортер - Used in formal business, economic reports, or international trade contexts to refer to an official importer.
• ввозитель - Applied in legal or customs-related scenarios, emphasizing the act of importing rather than the business role.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Эта компания работает как ведущий импортер электроники из Китая.

  English translation: This company operates as a leading importer of electronics from China.

• Русский пример: Ввозитель обязан предоставить все документы на таможне для проверки.

  English translation: The importer is required to provide all documents at customs for inspection.

• Русский пример: Местные импортеры фруктов часто сталкиваются с высокими тарифами.

  English translation: Local importers of fruits often face high tariffs.

• Русский пример: Как ввозитель, он отвечает за качество импортных товаров.

  English translation: As the importer, he is responsible for the quality of the imported goods.

• Русский пример: Импортеры нефти играют ключевую роль в российской экономике.

  English translation: Importers of oil play a key role in the Russian economy.

Meaning 2: In a broader sense, someone who introduces or brings in ideas, concepts, or influences (metaphorical usage).

Translation(s) & Context:

• импортер - Less common, used metaphorically in cultural or intellectual discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Русский пример: Он известен как импортер западных идей в русскую литературу.

  English translation: He is known as an importer of Western ideas into Russian literature.

• Русский пример: В роли ввозителя новых технологий, компания стимулирует инновации.

  English translation: In the role of an importer of new technologies, the company drives innovation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'импортер' and 'ввозитель' are masculine nouns in Russian, which follow standard declension patterns for third-declension nouns. 'Импортер' is a borrowed word and has relatively regular inflections, while 'ввозитель' may show slight irregularities due to its Slavic roots.

Note: These nouns do not change for gender but vary by case and number as shown. They are invariant in terms of verb agreement when used as subjects.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • ввозчик (similar to ввозитель, but more informal)
  • поставщик (supplier, with a slight nuance of ongoing supply rather than one-time import)
• Antonyms:
  • экспортер (exporter)
  • вывозчик (one who exports or removes goods)

Related Phrases:

• Импорт товаров - Refers to the import of goods, often in economic contexts.
• Ввозной тариф - Import tariff or duty, used in trade regulations.
• Крупный импортер - Major importer, indicating a significant player in the market.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'импортер' directly corresponds to the English 'importer' in business settings, while 'ввозитель' emphasizes the legal act of importing and is preferred in official documents. Use 'импортер' for general discussions and 'ввозитель' when focusing on customs or regulatory aspects. Be mindful of context: in informal speech, these words might be replaced with simpler phrases. Grammatically, both nouns require appropriate case agreement with prepositions (e.g., 'от импортера' for 'from the importer'). When choosing between translations, opt for 'импортер' if the English word is used metaphorically.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing 'импортер' with 'экспортер' (exporter). Incorrect: "Я экспортер товаров." (when meaning importer). Correct: "Я импортер товаров." Explanation: These are antonyms; mixing them can lead to misunderstandings in trade contexts.

• Error: Incorrect declension, e.g., using nominative in all cases. Incorrect: "С импортер" (should be genitive). Correct: "С импортером." Explanation: Russian requires case changes based on sentence structure, which English speakers often overlook.

• Error: Overusing in non-business contexts. Incorrect: Using 'импортер' for everyday borrowing. Correct: Use descriptive phrases like 'ввозящий идеи'. Explanation: Stick to precise contexts to avoid sounding unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

In Russia, the role of an 'импортер' is significant due to historical trade policies and sanctions, which have shaped import regulations. For instance, terms like 'импортер' often appear in discussions about international relations, reflecting Russia's dependence on imports for certain goods, and carry connotations of economic vulnerability or strategic importance.

Related Concepts:

• экспорт
• торговля
• таможня