Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'inconvenience'

English Word: inconvenience

Key Russian Translations:

• неудобство [nʲɪʊˈdobstvə] - [Neutral, commonly used in everyday contexts]
• беспокойство [bʲɪspɐˈkojstvə] - [Slightly more emotional or formal, used when emphasizing annoyance]

Frequency: Medium (This word and its translations appear regularly in spoken and written Russian, especially in daily conversations and formal writing.)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; learners at this level can grasp basic usage, but understanding nuances and inflections may require practice with Russian grammar.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

неудобство: [nʲɪʊˈdobstvə]

беспокойство: [bʲɪspɐˈkojstvə]

Note on неудобство: The stress falls on the third syllable ("dob"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized 'н' sound. Pronounce it with a soft 'n' as in "new".

Note on беспокойство: The initial 'б' is unaspirated; focus on the rolling 'р' if present in some dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A state of trouble, discomfort, or difficulty caused by something.

Translation(s) & Context:

• неудобство - Used in neutral contexts to describe everyday inconveniences, such as delays or minor disruptions.
• беспокойство - Applied in contexts involving emotional or psychological discomfort, often in more formal or personal settings.

Usage Examples:

• Это неудобство вызвано ремонтом дороги.

  This inconvenience is caused by the road repair.

• Беспокойство от шума соседей не дает мне сосредоточиться.

  The inconvenience from the neighbors' noise doesn't let me concentrate.

• Из-за неудобства в графике, я опоздал на встречу.

  Due to the inconvenience in the schedule, I was late for the meeting.

• Это беспокойство могло бы быть avoided, если бы мы спланировали заранее.

  This inconvenience could have been avoided if we had planned ahead.

• Неудобство перелета в ночное время сказывается на моем самочувствии.

  The inconvenience of the nighttime flight affects my well-being.

Meaning 2: Something that causes trouble or annoyance to others.

Translation(s) & Context:

• неудобство - Often used when referring to external factors causing disruption, such as in customer service or public announcements.
• беспокойство - Employed in interpersonal contexts, like apologizing for causing worry or disturbance.

Usage Examples:

• Я извиняюсь за неудобство, причиненное задержкой.

  I apologize for the inconvenience caused by the delay.

• Это беспокойство для других пассажиров, если вы говорите громко.

  This is an inconvenience to other passengers if you speak loudly.

• Неудобство от моего звонка в неурочное время было неизбежным.

  The inconvenience of my call at an odd hour was unavoidable.

• Беспокойство, которое я вызвал, вылилось в лишние хлопоты.

  The inconvenience I caused led to extra hassle.

• Это неудобство для команды, но мы справимся.

  This inconvenience for the team, but we'll manage.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "неудобство" and "беспокойство" are neuter nouns in Russian, following the standard declension patterns for third-declension nouns. They are inflected based on case, number, and gender, but as neuter singular forms, they have regular changes. "Неудобство" is invariant in plural forms in some contexts.

Note: These nouns do not change in plural forms as irregularly as some others, making them relatively straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • неприятность (neprijatnost') - Similar but often implies more negativity or unpleasantness.
  • трудность (trudnost') - Used when emphasizing difficulty rather than mere inconvenience.
• Antonyms:
  • удобство (udobstvo) - Directly opposite, meaning convenience or comfort.
  • польза (pol'za) - Implies benefit, contrasting with any form of inconvenience.

Related Phrases:

• Причинять неудобство - To cause inconvenience; used in apologies or explanations of disruptions.
• Избегать беспокойства - To avoid inconvenience; common in planning or problem-solving contexts.
• Неудобство в транспорте - Inconvenience in transportation; refers to travel-related issues.

Usage Notes:

"Неудобство" is the most direct translation for "inconvenience" as a noun and is versatile across formal and informal settings, while "беспокойство" adds a layer of emotional weight. English speakers should note that Russian requires correct case agreement; for example, use genitive for possession (e.g., "неудобства от погоды"). Choose "беспокойство" when the inconvenience involves personal worry. Be mindful of context: in formal writing, pair with polite language to soften the impact.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the nominative form in all cases, e.g., saying "Я думаю о неудобство" instead of "Я думаю о неудобстве" (genitive). Correct: "Я думаю о неудобстве." Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case with prepositions and verbs; this mistake can make sentences sound unnatural.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like "тревога" (anxiety), leading to overuse of "беспокойство" in non-emotional contexts. Correct: Use "неудобство" for neutral situations. Explanation: "Беспокойство" implies deeper concern, so it shouldn't replace "неудобство" in everyday inconveniences.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, expressing inconvenience often involves politeness and indirectness, especially in social interactions. For instance, Russians might downplay personal "неудобство" to maintain harmony, reflecting collectivist values. This contrasts with more direct English expressions, helping users understand why apologies for minor disruptions are common in Russian etiquette.

Related Concepts:

• проблема (problema)
• трудность (trudnost')
• неприятность (neprijatnost')