Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'multiplicity'

English Word: multiplicity

Key Russian Translations:

• множественность [mˈnoʒɨstvʲɪnːəsʲtʲ] - [Formal, often used in mathematical or philosophical contexts]
• многообразие [mˈnoɡəbrɐˈzʲije] - [Formal, Informal; emphasizes variety or diversity]

Frequency: Medium (This term is commonly encountered in academic, scientific, and technical discussions but less so in everyday casual speech.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian noun inflections and abstract concepts, though not overly complex for learners at this level.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

множественность: [mˈnoʒɨstvʲɪnːəsʲtʲ]

Note on множественность: The stress falls on the second syllable ("noʒ"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the soft consonants and palatalization. Pronounce it with a clear "zh" sound as in "measure."

многообразие: [mˈnoɡəbrɐˈzʲije]

Note on многообразие: Stress is on the third syllable ("zʲije"), and the "g" is pronounced as a hard "g" like in "go." Variations may occur in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

The state of being multiple, numerous, or diverse

Translation(s) & Context:

• множественность - Used in formal contexts like mathematics, philosophy, or science to denote the quality of having many instances or elements.
• многообразие - Applied in both formal and informal settings to describe variety, such as in cultural or everyday discussions.

Usage Examples:

• В математике множественность корней уравнения играет ключевую роль в анализе.

  In mathematics, the multiplicity of equation roots plays a key role in analysis.

• Многообразие культур в России подчеркивает ее историческую множественность.

  The diversity of cultures in Russia highlights its historical multiplicity.

• Философы часто обсуждают множественность интерпретаций текстов.

  Philosophers often discuss the multiplicity of text interpretations.

• В повседневной жизни мы сталкиваемся с множественностью выборов, что делает решение сложным.

  In everyday life, we encounter the multiplicity of choices, which makes decision-making difficult.

• Многообразие оттенков в картине отражает художественную множественность автора.

  The variety of shades in the painting reflects the artist's multiplicity of styles.

Abstract or conceptual multiplicity

Translation(s) & Context:

• множественность - Common in abstract discussions, such as in psychology or literature, to indicate multiple layers or meanings.

Usage Examples:

• Психология изучает множественность личности в контексте расстройств.

  Psychology studies the multiplicity of personality in the context of disorders.

• Многообразие мнений в дебатах способствует лучшему пониманию множественности точек зрения.

  The diversity of opinions in debates contributes to a better understanding of multiplicity of viewpoints.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "множественность" and "многообразие" are feminine nouns in Russian, which means they follow the standard feminine declension patterns. They are invariable in terms of gender but change according to case and number. Below is a table for "множественность" as an example; "многообразие" follows similar rules.

Note: These nouns do not have irregular inflections, making them relatively straightforward for learners. For "многообразие," the plural forms are less common but follow the same pattern.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • многообразие (similar, but emphasizes variety over sheer multiplicity)
  • разнообразие (focuses on diversity in a more general sense)
• Antonyms:
  • единственность (singularity or uniqueness)
  • однородность (uniformity, implying lack of multiplicity)

Related Phrases:

• множественная личность - Refers to multiple personality disorder or a person with diverse traits.
• многообразие форм - Indicates a variety of forms, often in artistic or scientific contexts.
• множественность смыслов - Means multiplicity of meanings, commonly used in literary analysis.

Usage Notes:

"Multiplicity" in English often corresponds to "множественность" in Russian when discussing quantitative or abstract concepts, such as in math or philosophy, but "многообразие" is preferred for contexts involving diversity or variety. Be mindful of the formal tone; these words are rarely used in casual conversation. In Russian, always consider the case and number for proper agreement with other words in the sentence. When choosing between translations, opt for "множественность" for precise, technical uses and "многообразие" for broader, everyday applications.

Common Errors:

• Mistake: Using "множественность" in informal contexts where "многообразие" would be more natural, e.g., saying "множественность идей" instead of "многообразие идей" in a casual discussion. Correct: "многообразие идей" – This error arises from direct translation without considering nuance, leading to overly formal language.

• Mistake: Incorrect inflection, such as using the nominative "множественность" in a genitive context (e.g., "из-за множественность" instead of "из-за множественности"). Correct: Always decline properly, as shown in the inflections table above, to maintain grammatical accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, concepts like "множественность" often appear in discussions of Russia's vast ethnic and cultural diversity, reflecting the country's history as a multi-ethnic empire. For instance, in literature by authors like Tolstoy, multiplicity of perspectives highlights the complexity of human experience, emphasizing Russia's pluralistic society.

Related Concepts:

• единство
• диверсификация
• вариация