Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'perceivable'

English Word: perceivable

Key Russian Translations:

• воспринимаемый [vɐsprʲɪˈnʲiməjɪj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• заметный [ˈzamnʲɪtnɨj] - [Informal, Adjective, Used in everyday contexts]
• ощутимый [ɐˈɕːutʲɪmɨj] - [Formal, Adjective, Often implies tangible perception]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, scientific, and philosophical discussions, but not in casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjectives and their inflections; varies slightly by translation, e.g., 'воспринимаемый' is B2, while 'заметный' is B1)

Pronunciation (Russian):

воспринимаемый: [vɐsprʲɪˈnʲiməjɪj]

Note on воспринимаемый: This word has stress on the fourth syllable; be cautious with the soft 'r' sound, which is common in Russian but may be challenging for English speakers.

заметный: [ˈzamnʲɪtnɨj]

Note on заметный: The initial stress makes it easier to pronounce; the 'т' is soft, blending into the following vowel.

ощутимый: [ɐˈɕːutʲɪmɨj]

Note on ощутимый: Pay attention to the palatalized 'щ' sound, which is a distinct feature of Russian phonetics.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Able to be perceived by the senses or understood mentally (e.g., visible, audible, or comprehensible).

Translation(s) & Context:

• воспринимаемый - Used in formal or scientific contexts, such as psychology or philosophy, to describe something that can be sensed or grasped intellectually.
• заметный - Applied in everyday situations to mean something noticeable or evident, like a change in appearance.
• ощутимый - Often used for tangible or physical perceptions, such as touch or impact, in both formal and informal settings.

Usage Examples:

• Эти изменения в поведении ребенка были вполне воспринимаемыми для опытного психолога.

  These changes in the child's behavior were quite perceivable to the experienced psychologist.

• Заметный эффект от лекарства проявился уже через несколько часов.

  The perceivable effect of the medicine appeared within a few hours.

• Ощутимый холод в воздухе заставил нас надеть куртки.

  The perceivable cold in the air made us put on our jackets.

• Воспринимаемая разница в оттенках цветов зависит от освещения.

  The perceivable difference in color shades depends on the lighting.

Meaning 2: Capable of being detected or recognized (e.g., in a subtle or indirect way).

Translation(s) & Context:

• заметный - Common in informal contexts, such as describing subtle signs in social interactions.
• воспринимаемый - Used in more abstract or professional settings, like art criticism.

Usage Examples:

• Заметный намек в его улыбке указывал на скрытое раздражение.

  The perceivable hint in his smile indicated hidden irritation.

• Воспринимаемая напряженность в комнате была результатом недавнего спора.

  The perceivable tension in the room was the result of a recent argument.

• Ощутимый прогресс в переговорах стал заметным после обеда.

  The perceivable progress in the negotiations became evident after lunch.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

All key translations are adjectives, which inflect based on gender, number, and case in Russian. They follow standard adjective patterns, with some irregularities in 'воспринимаемый' due to its derived form.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular inflections but must agree with the noun they modify.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • видимый (visible) - Often used for visual perception.
  • слышимый (audible) - Specific to sound.
  • осязаемый (tangible) - Fine distinction for touch-based perception.
• Antonyms:
  • невидимый (invisible)
  • незаметный (unnoticeable)
  • неощутимый (intangible)

Related Phrases:

• Воспринимаемая реальность - Perceived reality (Refers to subjective experiences in philosophy or psychology).
• Заметный прогресс - Noticeable progress (Common in business or personal development contexts).
• Ощутимый эффект - Tangible effect (Used in scientific or everyday discussions about impacts).

Usage Notes:

In Russian, 'воспринимаемый' is a direct cognate to 'perceivable' and is preferred in formal writing, while 'заметный' or 'ощутимый' might be chosen for more colloquial use. Always ensure the adjective agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it describes. For English speakers, note that Russian adjectives don't have degrees like 'more perceivable'; use adverbs or other structures instead.

• When translating 'perceivable' in sensory contexts, 'ощутимый' is ideal for physical sensations.
• In abstract uses, 'воспринимаемый' aligns closely with English but may sound overly formal in casual speech.

Common Errors:

One common mistake is failing to inflect the adjective correctly, e.g., using 'воспринимаемый' with a feminine noun without changing it to 'воспринимаемая'. Incorrect: "Эта идея воспринимаемый" (wrong gender). Correct: "Эта идея воспринимаемая". Another error is confusing it with similar words like 'воспринимающий' (perceiving), which is a present participle.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and literature, concepts like 'воспринимаемая реальность' are often explored in works by authors like Tolstoy or in modern psychology, reflecting a deep interest in perception and subjectivity, influenced by historical philosophical traditions.

Related Concepts:

• восприятие (perception)
• ощущение (sensation)
• заметность (noticeability)