Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'informative'

English Word: informative

Key Russian Translations:

• информативный [ɪn.fɐr.maˈtʲiv.nɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• познавательный [pɐz.naˈvatʲ.ɪv.nɨj] - [Informal, often used in educational contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in academic, journalistic, and everyday discussions about information quality).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjective forms and vocabulary related to information and education).

Pronunciation (Russian):

информативный: [ɪn.fɐr.maˈtʲiv.nɨj]

познавательный: [pɐz.naˈvatʲ.ɪv.nɨj]

Note on информативный: The stress falls on the third syllable ("ma"), which can be tricky for learners due to the influence of English pronunciation. Variations may occur in fast speech.

Note on познавательный: Pronounce the "з" as a soft [z] sound, blending into the following vowel; common in casual Russian.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Providing a lot of useful or educational information (e.g., in contexts like articles, lectures, or data).

Translation(s) & Context:

• информативный - Used in formal writing or speech to describe content that is fact-based and helpful, such as reports or websites.
• познавательный - Applied in informal or educational settings, emphasizing learning and engagement, like books or TV shows.

Usage Examples:

• Эта статья очень информативная и помогает понять сложные темы.

  This article is very informative and helps understand complex topics.

• Познавательный лекция о истории России заинтересовала всех студентов.

  The informative lecture on Russian history interested all the students.

• Информативный сайт содержит все необходимые данные для путешественников.

  The informative website contains all the necessary data for travelers.

• Этот познавательный фильм показывает, как изменилась русская культура за века.

  This informative film shows how Russian culture has changed over the centuries.

Meaning 2: Tending to inform or educate effectively (e.g., in communication or teaching).

Translation(s) & Context:

• информативный - In professional contexts, such as business meetings or scientific discussions, to stress clarity and utility.
• познавательный - In everyday or recreational contexts, like casual conversations about learning experiences.

Usage Examples:

• Его презентация была информативной, с графиками и статистикой.

  His presentation was informative, with graphs and statistics.

• Познавательный разговор с местными жителями обогатил наш опыт.

  The informative conversation with local residents enriched our experience.

• Информативный подход учителя сделал урок запоминающимся.

  The teacher's informative approach made the lesson memorable.

• Этот познавательный курс онлайн научил меня многому о русском языке.

  This informative online course taught me a lot about the Russian language.

• Информативный бюллетень еженедельно обновляется с новыми данными.

  The informative bulletin is updated weekly with new data.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "информативный" and "познавательный" are adjectives, which in Russian inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern for most borrowed words like these, with no irregularities.

These adjectives agree with the nouns they modify, changing endings based on the noun's gender, number, and case. They do not have irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • содержательный (more emphasis on depth and substance)
  • полезный (useful, with a practical connotation)
• Antonyms:
  • неинформативный (lacking information)
  • бесполезный (useless, implying no value)

Related Phrases:

• информативный материал - Informative material (refers to educational resources or documents).
• познавательный опыт - Informative experience (used for learning through real-life events).
• высоко информативный текст - Highly informative text (emphasizes exceptional quality in writing).

Usage Notes:

"Информативный" directly corresponds to the English "informative" in formal contexts, such as academic or professional settings, where precision is key. "Познавательный" is more nuanced, often implying an engaging or educational aspect, making it suitable for informal or cultural discussions. Be mindful of adjective agreement with nouns in Russian sentences; for example, use the feminine form with feminine nouns like "книга" (book). When choosing between translations, opt for "информативный" for straightforward information delivery and "познавательный" for experiences that promote learning.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the masculine form "информативный" with a feminine noun, e.g., "информативный книга" (incorrect).

  Correct: "информативная книга" (informative book). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they describe; this is a common mistake for English speakers who don't inflect adjectives.

• Error: Confusing "познавательный" with "информативный" in formal contexts, e.g., saying "познавательный отчет" for a business report.

  Correct: "информативный отчет". Explanation: "Познавательный" implies educational value, which may not fit professional reports; use "информативный" for factual accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "информативный" and "познавательный" reflect a strong emphasis on knowledge and education, influenced by Russia's literary and intellectual traditions. For instance, in media and literature, informative content is highly valued, as seen in classic works by authors like Tolstoy, which often provide deep, educational insights into society.

Related Concepts:

• полезный (useful)
• образовательный (educational)
• информативность (informativeness, as a noun concept)