Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'multilateral'

English Word: multilateral

Key Russian Translations:

• многосторонний [IPA: mɐnɐˈstorənʲɪj] - [Formal, used in diplomatic or academic contexts]
• многоаспектный [IPA: mɐnɐˈaspɛktnɨj] - [Formal, emphasizing multiple aspects in analytical discussions]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in formal writing, international relations, and academic texts, but less frequent in everyday conversation).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves understanding abstract concepts and formal vocabulary; for 'многосторонний', it aligns with B2, while 'многоаспектный' may edge toward B2-C1 due to its specificity).

Pronunciation (Russian):

многосторонний: mɐnɐˈstorənʲɪj

многоаспектный: mɐnɐˈaspɛktnɨj

Note on многосторонний: The stress falls on the third syllable ('stor'), and the 'г' is pronounced as a soft [g] sound, which can be tricky for English speakers used to harder consonants. Variations in regional accents may soften the vowels.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Involving more than two nations, parties, or aspects, often in a diplomatic or international context.

Translation(s) & Context:

• многосторонний - Used in formal agreements or discussions where multiple stakeholders are involved, such as international treaties.
• многоаспектный - Applied when emphasizing the multifaceted nature of an issue, like in policy analysis.

Usage Examples:

• Эта многосторонняя встреча объединила представителей из нескольких стран для обсуждения глобальных проблем.

  This multilateral meeting brought together representatives from several countries to discuss global issues.

• Многосторонний подход к решению конфликта учитывает интересы всех вовлеченных сторон.

  A multilateral approach to resolving the conflict takes into account the interests of all involved parties.

• В многоаспектном анализе проблемы экономисты рассматривают социальные, политические и экономические факторы.

  In a multilateral analysis of the problem, economists examine social, political, and economic factors.

• Многосторонние соглашения часто бывают сложными, но они необходимы для международного сотрудничества.

  Multilateral agreements are often complex, but they are necessary for international cooperation.

• Этот многоаспектный проект требует координации между различными департаментами.

  This multilateral project requires coordination between various departments.

Meaning 2: Having many sides, facets, or dimensions in a general or abstract sense.

Translation(s) & Context:

• многосторонний - Used metaphorically for ideas or objects with diverse elements, in educational or philosophical contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Его многосторонний талант проявляется в музыке, живописи и литературе.

  His multilateral talent is evident in music, painting, and literature.

• Многосторонний характер проблемы делает её решение сложным для экспертов.

  The multilateral nature of the problem makes its solution challenging for experts.

• В многостороннем взгляде на историю важно учитывать культурные различия.

  In a multilateral view of history, it's important to consider cultural differences.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'многосторонний' and 'многоаспектный' are adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern for most cases, but they can be irregular in certain forms. Below is a table for 'многосторонний' as an example:

For 'многоаспектный', the inflections follow a similar pattern. These adjectives do not have irregular forms, making them relatively straightforward once the basic rules are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• универсальный (universal; more general and applicable to broader contexts)
• многофакторный (multifactorial; emphasizes multiple factors in scientific contexts)

Antonyms:

• двусторонний (bilateral; limited to two parties)
• односторонний (unilateral; involving only one side)

Related Phrases:

• Многостороннее соглашение - A multilateral agreement; commonly used in diplomacy to denote treaties involving multiple nations.
• Многосторонний диалог - A multilateral dialogue; refers to discussions among various parties for conflict resolution.
• Многоаспектный анализ - A multilateral analysis; implies a comprehensive examination from multiple angles in research.

Usage Notes:

'Многосторонний' directly corresponds to the English 'multilateral' in diplomatic contexts, but it can also convey a sense of multifacetedness, similar to 'multidimensional'. Use it in formal settings to avoid sounding overly casual; for instance, prefer it in written reports over everyday speech. When choosing between 'многосторонний' and 'многоаспектный', opt for the latter if the focus is on analytical depth. Grammatically, always agree the adjective with the noun's gender, number, and case, as Russian requires full inflection.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'многосторонний' interchangeably with 'двусторонний' (bilateral). Incorrect: "Двусторонний договор между многими странами." Correct: "Многосторонний договор между многими странами." Explanation: 'Двусторонний' implies only two parties, which contradicts the meaning of 'multilateral'.

• Error: Forgetting to inflect the adjective properly, e.g., using the masculine form with a feminine noun. Incorrect: "Многосторонний политика" (should be feminine). Correct: "Многосторонняя политика." Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; this is a common oversight for English speakers accustomed to invariant adjectives.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and discourse, terms like 'многосторонний' often appear in the context of Russia's historical involvement in international organizations, such as the United Nations or the Commonwealth of Independent States. It reflects a cultural emphasis on collective decision-making in global affairs, stemming from Russia's Soviet-era multilateral diplomacy, which prioritized alliances over unilateral actions.

Related Concepts:

• международный (international)
• глобальный (global)
• коалиционный (coalitional)