Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'logistics'

English Word: logistics

Key Russian Translations:

• логистика [ləɡʲɪˈstʲikə] - [Formal, Used in business and professional contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in business, military, and technical discussions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of specialized vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

логистика: [ləɡʲɪˈstʲikə]

Note on логистика: The stress falls on the third syllable ("stʲi"). The "гʲ" sound is a palatalized 'g', which can be challenging for English speakers; it's similar to the 'g' in "gesture". Be mindful of vowel reductions in casual speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: The science of planning, implementing, and controlling procedures for the efficient and effective transportation and storage of goods.

Translation(s) & Context:

• логистика - Used in formal business, logistics management, or military contexts to refer to the overall process of supply chain optimization.

Usage Examples:

• В современной логистике акцент делается на оптимизацию цепочек поставок.

  In modern logistics, the focus is on optimizing supply chains.

• Логистика компании включает планирование маршрутов и управление запасами.

  The company's logistics includes route planning and inventory management.

• Во время войны логистика играет ключевую роль в обеспечении войск.

  During war, logistics plays a key role in supplying troops.

• Эффективная логистика помогает снизить затраты на транспортировку товаров.

  Efficient logistics helps reduce costs for transporting goods.

• Изучение логистики требует знаний в области экономики и информационных технологий.

  Studying logistics requires knowledge in economics and information technology.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Логистика is a feminine noun in Russian, belonging to the first declension. It follows regular noun inflection patterns, changing based on case, number, and gender. As a singular noun, it does not have plural forms in most contexts, but can be used in plural for multiple systems (e.g., логистики). Below is a table of its declensions:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it relatively straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • логистическое планирование (logistics planning; emphasizes the planning aspect, often used in strategic contexts)
  • снабжение (supply; more general, but can overlap in military contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • хаос (chaos; implies disorganization in supply chains)
  • неэффективность (inefficiency; highlights poor management)

Related Phrases:

• Логистическая цепочка - Supply chain; refers to the network of processes involved in delivering goods.
• Управление логистикой - Logistics management; used in business for overseeing operations.
• Глобальная логистика - Global logistics; pertains to international trade and transportation.

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "логистика" directly corresponds to the English "logistics" and is typically used in formal or professional settings, such as business meetings, academic discussions, or military strategy. It is a loanword from English/Greek origins and retains a neutral, technical tone. When choosing between translations, stick with "логистика" for precise matches; avoid casual equivalents like "снабжение" if the context demands specificity. Grammatically, always ensure proper declension based on sentence structure, e.g., use the genitive case after prepositions like "в" (in logistics: в логистике).

Common Errors:

• English learners often mispronounce "логистика" by stressing the wrong syllable, saying [ləˈɡɪstɪkə] instead of [ləɡʲɪˈstʲikə]. Correct usage: Focus on the palatalized "гʲ" sound. Example of error: Saying "логистику" with English 'g' sound; Correct: Use the soft 'g' as in Russian pronunciation guides.

• Confusing it with "логика" (logic), leading to sentences like "Логика компании плохая" (meaning "The logic of the company is bad"), which should be "Логистика компании неэффективна" for supply chain issues. Explanation: "Логика" refers to reasoning, not operations, so context is key to avoid semantic errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "логистика" has gained prominence due to Russia's vast geography and historical emphasis on military and trade networks, as seen in events like World War II or modern export strategies. It symbolizes efficiency in a country where transportation challenges (e.g., long distances and harsh winters) make streamlined logistics essential for economic stability.

Related Concepts:

• транспортировка (transportation)
• складское хранение (warehouse storage)
• цепочка поставок (supply chain)