Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'politically'

English Word: politically

Key Russian Translations:

• политически [pəlʲɪˈtʲitɕɪskʲɪ] - [Formal, Adverbial usage in political contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in discussions of politics, government, or social issues, but not everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate, based on CEFR; requires understanding of adverbs and political vocabulary, suitable for learners with basic sentence construction skills)

Pronunciation (Russian):

политически: [pəlʲɪˈtʲitɕɪskʲɪ]

Note on политически: The stress falls on the third syllable ("tʲit"), and the "ч" sound is a soft palatal fricative, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pronounce it smoothly without pauses.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: In a political manner or from a political perspective

Translation(s) & Context:

• политически - Used in formal or analytical contexts to describe actions, decisions, or events influenced by politics, such as in news, debates, or academic writing.

Usage Examples:

• Он действует политически, чтобы повысить свой рейтинг. (On dejstvuet politicheski, chtoby povysit' svoy reyting.)

  He acts politically to boost his ratings.

• Эта реформа была мотивирована политически, а не экономически. (Eta reforma byla motivirovana politicheski, a ne ekonomicheski.)

  This reform was motivated politically, not economically.

• Вопрос решается политически на международном уровне. (Vopros reshaetsya politicheski na mezhdunarodnom urovne.)

  The issue is being resolved politically at an international level.

• Политически правильные решения часто игнорируют реальные проблемы. (Politicheski pravil'nye resheniya chasto ignorirovut real'nye problemy.)

  Politically correct decisions often ignore real problems.

• Она анализирует события политически, учитывая скрытые мотивы. (Ona analiziruet sobytiya politicheski, uchytyvaya skrytye motivy.)

  She analyzes events politically, considering hidden motives.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Политически" is an adverb derived from the adjective "политический" (political). As a typical Russian adverb, it does not undergo inflection for case, number, gender, or tense. It remains unchanged in all contexts, making it straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • политично (politichno) - More neutral, used in some contexts but less common; implies a politically savvy approach.
  • в политическом ключе (v politicheskom klyuche) - Literally "in a political key," used for emphasis in descriptive contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • неполитически (nepoliticheski) - Meaning "not politically" or apolitically.
  • аполитично (apolitichno) - Meaning "apolitically" or without political consideration.

Related Phrases:

• Политически мотивированный (Politicheski motivirovannyy) - Politically motivated; used to describe actions driven by political agendas.
• Политически правильный (Politicheski pravil'nyy) - Politically correct; refers to language or behavior avoiding offense in sensitive topics.
• В политическом аспекте (V politicheskom aspekte) - In a political aspect; used in analytical discussions to focus on political implications.

Usage Notes:

"Политически" directly corresponds to the English adverb "politically" and is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or entire clauses to indicate a political dimension. It is most common in formal writing, journalism, and academic contexts. Be cautious with word order in Russian sentences, as adverbs like this typically follow the verb they modify. When choosing between translations, "политически" is the most precise for general use, while phrases like "в политическом ключе" might be preferred for more nuanced expressions. Avoid overusing it in casual speech, as it can sound overly formal.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing it with the adjective form, e.g., using "политический" instead of "политически" in a sentence like "He thinks political" (incorrectly as "On dumayet politicheskiy").

  Correct: Он думает политически. (On dumayet politicheski.) - Explanation: The adverb form is needed to modify the verb "thinks."

• Error: Misplacing the adverb, e.g., putting it at the beginning without proper emphasis, which can alter meaning.

  Correct: Use it after the verb for standard emphasis, as in "Действует политически" instead of "Политически действует" unless stressing the political aspect.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and media, words like "политически" often carry connotations of the country's complex political history, including Soviet-era influences and modern geopolitics. For instance, it might be used in discussions of Kremlin policies or international relations, reflecting a society where politics deeply intertwines with daily life and national identity.

Related Concepts:

• политика (politika) - Politics
• политический (politicheskiy) - Political (adjective)
• государство (gosudarstvo) - State or government