Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'intrinsically'

English Word: intrinsically

Key Russian Translations:

• внутренне [vnu'trʲenʲ:ə] - [Adverb; Formal; Used in philosophical, scientific, or abstract contexts]
• по своей природе [pa s'voej pri'rɔdʲe] - [Phrase; Informal; Used in everyday explanations of inherent qualities]

Frequency: Medium (This word and its translations are encountered in intermediate-level texts, such as essays or discussions on philosophy, but not in casual conversation.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of abstract concepts and adverbial usage. For 'внутренне', it's B2; for 'по своей природе', it's also B2 due to its idiomatic structure.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

внутренне: [vnu'trʲenʲ:ə]

Note on внутренне: The stress falls on the second syllable ('trʲenʲ'), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft 'r' sound. Pronounce it with a clear, rolling 'r' in Russian style.

по своей природе: [pa s'voej pri'rɔdʲe]

Note on по своей природе: This is a phrase, so focus on the individual words; 'природы' has stress on the first syllable, and the soft sign ('ь') affects pronunciation.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Inherently or essentially, referring to something that is a fundamental, inner quality or characteristic.

Translation(s) & Context:

• внутренне - Often used in formal contexts like academic writing or discussions about intrinsic motivation, e.g., in psychology or philosophy.
• по своей природе - Applied in more explanatory or narrative contexts, such as describing natural traits in literature or casual analysis.

Usage Examples:

• Эта проблема внутренне связана с экономическими факторами общества.

  This problem is intrinsically linked to the economic factors of society.

• В науке многие явления объясняются как внутренне неизменные.

  In science, many phenomena are explained as intrinsically unchanging.

• По своей природе, человек стремится к знаниям и росту.

  By its nature, a person strives for knowledge and growth.

• Её талант внутренне проявляется в каждой картине, которую она рисует.

  Her talent intrinsically manifests in every painting she creates.

• По своей природе, эта теория не поддаётся простому объяснению.

  Intrinsically, this theory does not lend itself to simple explanation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'внутренне' is an adverb derived from the adjective 'внутренний' (internal). Adverbs in Russian like this one typically do not inflect for case, number, or gender; they remain unchanged in most contexts. However, it can vary slightly in emphasis or combination with other words.

'по своей природе' is a fixed phrase where 'природы' is the genitive singular form of the noun 'природа' (nature). Nouns like 'природа' follow the first declension pattern for feminine nouns:

For phrases like 'по своей природе', the structure is invariant, but be aware of agreement in gender and number if modifying other elements.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • в сущности (v sushchnosti) - More emphatic, often used in logical arguments.
  • по сути (po suti) - Informal synonym, implying essential core.
• Antonyms:
  • внешне (vneshne) - Refers to external or superficial aspects.
  • поверхностно (poverkhnostno) - Implies a shallow or non-inherent quality.

Related Phrases:

• внутренне мотивированный - Internally motivated; often used in psychology to describe self-driven behavior.
• по своей сути неизменный - Essentially unchanging; refers to core stability in objects or ideas.
• внутренне противоречивый - Intrinsically contradictory; common in philosophical discussions.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'внутренне' directly corresponds to 'intrinsically' as an adverb, emphasizing inherent qualities without external influence, similar to English usage in formal contexts. However, 'по своей природе' is more phrase-like and flexible, often used for broader explanations. Be cautious with formal vs. informal settings: 'внутренне' suits academic writing, while 'по своей природе' works in conversational English-to-Russian translation. Grammatically, ensure agreement with surrounding nouns; for example, avoid mismatched cases when combining with other elements.

• When choosing between translations, use 'внутренне' for concise, adverbial expressions and 'по своей природы' for descriptive phrases.
• In spoken Russian, these can overlap, but 'по своей природе' might feel more natural in storytelling.

Common Errors:

English learners often confuse 'внутренне' with 'внутренний' (an adjective meaning 'internal'), leading to incorrect usage. For example:

• Error: *Эта проблема внутренний. (Incorrect: Treating it as an adjective without proper form.)
• Correct: Эта проблема внутренне связана. (Proper adverbial use.)
• Explanation: 'внутренне' must function as an adverb, not an adjective. Another common mistake is overusing 'по своей природе' in formal texts, where 'в сущности' might be more precise; this can make writing sound redundant.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and philosophy, concepts like 'внутренне' align with ideas from thinkers like Tolstoy or Dostoevsky, who explored intrinsic human qualities in literature. This reflects a broader Slavic emphasis on the 'inner self' versus external appearances, often seen in Russian soul (душа) discussions, helping users appreciate the depth in everyday language.

Related Concepts:

• экзистенциально (eksistentsialno)
• врожденный (vrozhdennyy)
• сущностный (sushchnostnyy)