Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'introvert'

English Word: introvert

Key Russian Translations:

• интроверт [ɪnʲˈtro.vʲɛrt] - [Formal, Psychological term]

Frequency: Medium (Common in psychological or self-reflection contexts, but not in everyday casual conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of borrowed words and basic psychology vocabulary in Russian).

Pronunciation (Russian):

интроверт: [ɪnʲˈtro.vʲɛrt]

Note on интроверт: The stress falls on the second syllable ("tro"). Be mindful of the palatalized 'n' and 'v' sounds, which are common in Russian but may be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation can vary slightly by region, such as in Moscow vs. St. Petersburg accents.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A person who is shy, reserved, and prefers solitude or small groups over large social interactions.

Translation(s) & Context:

• интроверт - Used in formal or psychological contexts to describe personality traits, often in discussions about behavior or mental health.

Usage Examples:

• Он интроверт и предпочитает проводить время в одиночестве, читая книги.

  He is an introvert and prefers to spend time alone, reading books.

• Как интроверт, она избегает шумных вечеринок и выбирает тихие встречи с друзьями.

  As an introvert, she avoids noisy parties and chooses quiet meetings with friends.

• Интроверт в команде может быть очень продуктивным, если ему предоставить личное пространство.

  An introvert on the team can be very productive if given personal space.

• Многие интроверты черпают энергию из внутренних размышлений, а не из социальных взаимодействий.

  Many introverts draw energy from internal reflections rather than social interactions.

• В отличие от экстраверта, интроверт может чувствовать усталость от длительных бесед.

  Unlike an extrovert, an introvert may feel tired from prolonged conversations.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Интроверт" is a masculine noun borrowed from English, and it follows standard Russian noun declension patterns for masculine nouns ending in a consonant. It is a third-declension noun with no irregularities in most cases, but it remains relatively unchanged in informal use.

Note: This word does not change in adjectival forms and is often used invariantly in modern Russian speech, especially in psychological contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • замкнутый (zamknutyi) - More general, implying someone who is withdrawn or reserved; often used in everyday language.
  • застенчивый (zastenchivyi) - Emphasizes shyness, with a nuance of timidity in social situations.
• Antonyms:
  • экстраверт (extravert) - Direct opposite, referring to an outgoing and sociable person.
  • общительный (obshchitel'nyi) - Meaning sociable or talkative, often in casual contexts.

Related Phrases:

• Интроверт по натуре - (Introvert by nature) - Describes an inherent personality trait, often in self-analysis or psychology.
• Типичный интроверт - (Typical introvert) - Used to stereotype or discuss common behaviors of introverted individuals.
• Интроверт в социуме - (Introvert in society) - Refers to how introverts navigate social environments, with implications of adaptation challenges.

Usage Notes:

"Интроверт" is a direct borrowing from English and is most commonly used in formal, educational, or psychological contexts in Russian. It corresponds closely to the English "introvert" but may carry a more clinical connotation in Russian due to its association with personality psychology (e.g., Jungian theory). Use it in situations involving self-reflection or professional discussions; for everyday conversation, native speakers might prefer synonyms like "замкнутый" to avoid sounding overly technical. Be aware of gender agreement: it is masculine, so adjectives and verbs must agree accordingly (e.g., "он интроверт" for a male). When choosing between translations, opt for "интроверт" in modern or international contexts, but in traditional Russian, more native equivalents might feel more natural.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "интроверт" with "интроспективный" (introspective), which means self-reflective rather than socially withdrawn. Incorrect: "Он интроспективный человек" when meaning introvert. Correct: "Он интроверт" or "Он замкнутый". Explanation: "Интроспективный" focuses on internal thought processes, not social preference, leading to a mismatch in meaning.

• Error: Failing to decline the noun properly in sentences, e.g., using "интроверт" in the genitive case as "интроверт" instead of "интроверта". Incorrect: "Книга об интроверт" (should be "интроверта"). Correct: "Книга об интроверте". Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, which English learners often overlook, resulting in grammatically incorrect Russian.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of an "introvert" (интроверт) is often linked to historical and literary traditions, such as the works of Fyodor Dostoevsky, where characters exhibit deep introspection and social withdrawal. This aligns with the Russian value of "душевность" (dushevnost), emphasizing inner emotional depth over extroverted sociability. However, in contemporary Russian society, especially among younger generations influenced by Western psychology, the term is used more neutrally without negative stigma, reflecting global awareness of personality types.

Related Concepts:

• экстраверт
• интроспекция
• самоанализ