Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'rebellion'

English Word: rebellion

Key Russian Translations:

• восстание /vɐsˈstanʲɪje/ - [Formal, used in historical or political contexts]
• мятеж /mʲɪˈtʲeʒ/ - [Informal, often implies a more sudden or disorganized uprising]
• бунт /bunt/ - [Informal, Plural possible; used for popular uprisings or riots]

Frequency: Medium (Common in historical, political, or news discussions, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian grammar and contextual vocabulary; for "восстание" and "мятеж", it's B2, while "бунт" might be A2 for basic forms)

Pronunciation (Russian):

восстание: /vɐsˈstanʲɪje/

мятеж: /mʲɪˈtʲeʒ/ (Note on мятеж: The soft 'мʲ' sound can be tricky for English speakers; it's similar to the 'm' in 'mew' but with a palatalized quality.)

бунт: /bunt/ (Note on бунт: Pronounced with a hard 'b' as in 'bun', and it's straightforward, but stress on the first syllable is key.)

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: An organized resistance against authority, often armed or political

Translation(s) & Context:

• восстание - Used in formal historical or governmental contexts, such as revolutions or uprisings against a regime.
• мятеж - Applied in contexts involving military or internal dissent, often with a sense of betrayal.

Usage Examples:

• Восстание 1917 года изменило историю России.

  The rebellion of 1917 changed the history of Russia.

• Мятеж был быстро подавлен властями.

  The rebellion was quickly suppressed by the authorities.

• Бунт рабочих привел к забастовке в городе.

  The rebellion of the workers led to a strike in the city.

• Во время восстания люди боролись за свои права.

  During the rebellion, people fought for their rights.

• Мятеж в армии угрожал стабильности страны.

  The rebellion in the army threatened the country's stability.

Meaning 2: A non-violent or metaphorical act of defiance

Translation(s) & Context:

• бунт - Used metaphorically for everyday rebellions, like teenage defiance, in informal settings.
• восстание - Less common in metaphorical use, but can appear in literary contexts.

Usage Examples:

• Ее бунт против родителей был временным, но эмоциональным.

  Her rebellion against her parents was temporary but emotional.

• Восстание идей молодежи часто вдохновляет перемены.

  The rebellion of young people's ideas often inspires change.

• Бунт в школе проявился в виде протеста против новых правил.

  The rebellion at school manifested as a protest against new rules.

• Мятеж мыслей иногда приводит к творческим прорывам.

  A rebellion of thoughts sometimes leads to creative breakthroughs.

• Его бунт против системы образования был вдохновляющим.

  His rebellion against the education system was inspiring.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

These words are primarily nouns in Russian and follow standard declension patterns. "Восстание" and "мятеж" are neuter nouns, while "бунт" is masculine. They exhibit typical Russian inflections based on case, number, and gender.

Note: These are regular declensions, but "бунт" as a masculine noun has straightforward changes. If the word is used in compounds or with adjectives, further agreements apply.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • восстание - революция (revolution; implies a broader systemic change)
  • мятеж - заговор (conspiracy; often planned secretly)
  • бунт - протест (protest; more peaceful but defiant)
• Antonyms:
  • послушание (obedience)
  • лояльность (loyalty)
  • стабильность (stability)

Related Phrases:

• Подавить восстание - To suppress a rebellion (Used in contexts of government response to uprisings.)
• Организовать мятеж - To organize a mutiny (Implies planning and leadership in a rebellious act.)
• Вспыхнуть бунтом - To erupt in rebellion (Describes a sudden outbreak of unrest.)
• Борьба с бунтом - Struggle against rebellion (Common in historical or political narratives.)

Usage Notes:

In Russian, "восстание" is the most precise equivalent to "rebellion" in formal English contexts, such as historical events, while "мятеж" and "бунт" carry nuances of military or popular unrest. Choose based on context: use "восстание" for organized, large-scale events and "бунт" for informal or spontaneous ones. Be mindful of grammatical gender and case agreements, as these words must align with surrounding elements in a sentence. For English learners, note that Russian often pairs these words with verbs like "подавить" (to suppress) or "возглавить" (to lead), which can enhance natural usage.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "восстание" with "революция" and using it interchangeably. Correct: "Восстание" is more about rebellion, while "революция" implies a full systemic change. Example of error: "Революция 1917 года" instead of "Восстание 1917 года" for a specific rebellious event. Explanation: This dilutes the meaning; always check the scale and intent of the action.

• Error: Forgetting case endings, e.g., using nominative "бунт" in a genitive context. Correct: Use "бунта" in phrases like "во время бунта". Example of error: "Во время бунт" (incorrect) vs. "Во время бунта" (correct). Explanation: Russian requires precise case agreement, which English speakers often overlook, leading to grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "восстание" often evoke memories of historical events such as the 1917 October Revolution or the Decembrist Revolt, symbolizing resistance against oppression. These terms carry a romanticized connotation in literature, as seen in works by Tolstoy or Dostoevsky, where rebellion represents personal or societal transformation, reflecting Russia's turbulent history.

Related Concepts:

• революция
• забастовка
• диктатура
• свобода