Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'psychologically'

English Word: psychologically

Key Russian Translations:

• психологически /psɪxɐləˈɡʲit͡skʲi/ - [Adverb, Formal, Used in academic, psychological, or professional contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Commonly used in educational, medical, and everyday discussions involving psychology, but not as frequent as basic adverbs).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, according to CEFR; requires understanding of psychological terminology and adverbial forms in Russian, suitable for learners with some exposure to advanced vocabulary).

Pronunciation (Russian):

психологически: /psɪxɐləˈɡʲit͡skʲi/

Note on психологически: This word has a stress on the penultimate syllable, which can be challenging for English speakers due to the soft consonants (e.g., 'гʲ'). Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech, softening the 'х' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

In a psychological manner or from a psychological perspective

Translation(s) & Context:

• психологически - Used in contexts involving mental processes, emotions, or behavioral analysis, such as in therapy sessions or scientific discussions.

Usage Examples:

• Он подошел к проблеме психологически, учитывая эмоции участников. (He approached the problem psychologically, taking into account the participants' emotions.)

  Translation: He approached the problem psychologically, taking into account the participants' emotions.

• Психологически это решение может повлиять на самооценку человека. (Psychologically, this decision can affect a person's self-esteem.)

  Translation: Psychologically, this decision can affect a person's self-esteem. (This example shows the word in a causal sentence structure.)

• В фильме персонаж развивается психологически на протяжении всей истории. (In the film, the character develops psychologically throughout the story.)

  Translation: In the film, the character develops psychologically throughout the story. (Demonstrates use in narrative or artistic contexts.)

• Она анализирует события психологически, чтобы понять скрытые мотивы. (She analyzes events psychologically to understand hidden motives.)

  Translation: She analyzes events psychologically to understand hidden motives. (Illustrates application in investigative or reflective scenarios.)

• Психологически здоровый человек лучше справляется со стрессом. (A psychologically healthy person copes better with stress.)

  Translation: A psychologically healthy person copes better with stress. (Shows adverbial modification in descriptive contexts.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

психологически is an adverb derived from the adjective "психологический" (psychological). In Russian, most adverbs ending in -ически do not inflect for case, number, or gender. They remain invariable in all contexts, making this word straightforward for learners.

For comparison, if related forms are used (e.g., the adjective base), they follow standard patterns:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • психически (more general, referring to mental aspects; differs from психологически by being less specific to psychological science).
  • душевно (emotional or soul-related; used in informal contexts for inner feelings).
• Antonyms:
  • физически (physically; contrasts by focusing on the body rather than the mind).
  • материально (materially; emphasizes tangible aspects over psychological ones).

Related Phrases:

• с психологической точки зрения (from a psychological point of view) - Used to introduce an analysis based on mental factors.
• психологический анализ (psychological analysis) - Refers to examining behavior or events through a psychological lens.
• психологически нестабильный (psychologically unstable) - Describes emotional or mental instability in everyday or clinical contexts.

Usage Notes:

психологически directly corresponds to the English adverb "psychologically," but it's often used in more formal or academic Russian settings, such as psychology, education, or literature. Unlike English, where "psychologically" can be fluid, Russian adverbs like this one typically modify verbs or adjectives without changing form. When choosing between synonyms like "психически," opt for психологически if the context is specifically scientific or therapeutic. Be mindful of word order in Russian sentences, as the adverb often follows the verb for emphasis (e.g., "Он анализирует психологически").

Common Errors:

• Confusing it with "психический," which means "psychic" or related to mental disorders, leading to incorrect usage. Error example: "Он психический здоровый" (incorrect; implies "psychic healthy"). Correct: "Он психологически здоровый" (He is psychologically healthy). Explanation: Ensure the root word matches the intended meaning to avoid implying supernatural or pathological connotations.

• Overusing in informal speech; learners might apply it where a simpler synonym like "душевно" fits better. Error example: "Я чувствую душевно" instead of "психологически" in casual talk. Correct: Use "психологически" only in appropriate contexts. Explanation: This maintains naturalness and prevents sounding overly formal.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "психологически" are influenced by the historical emphasis on psychology in Soviet-era education and literature, where mental health and behavioral analysis were often discussed in collective or societal terms. This reflects a broader cultural interest in introspection and the human psyche, as seen in works by authors like Leo Tolstoy, who explored psychological depths in characters.

Related Concepts:

• психология (psychology)
• эмоции (emotions)
• самооценка (self-esteem)