Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'recognizable'

English Word: recognizable

Key Russian Translations:

• распознаваемый /rəˌspɐznɐˈvæmɨj/ - [Formal, often used in technical or scientific contexts]
• узнаваемый /ʊznɐˈvæmɨj/ - [General, informal to neutral usage]

Frequency: Medium (Common in everyday language and specialized fields like technology)

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjectives and their declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

распознаваемый: /rəˌspɐznɐˈvæmɨj/

Note on распознаваемый: The stress falls on the fourth syllable; be cautious with the initial 'r' sound, which is rolled in standard Russian. Variations may occur in dialects.

узнаваемый: /ʊznɐˈvæmɨj/

Note on узнаваемый: Stress on the second syllable; the 'у' is pronounced as a short 'oo' sound, common in adjectives.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Able to be identified or distinguished easily

Translation(s) & Context:

• узнаваемый - Used in everyday situations, such as describing familiar objects or people in casual conversation.
• распознаваемый - Applied in formal or technical contexts, like AI or security systems.

Usage Examples:

• Этот логотип узнаваемый во всем мире.

  This logo is recognizable worldwide.

• В системе распознавания лиц, алгоритм делает объекты распознаваемыми даже в темноте.

  In the facial recognition system, the algorithm makes objects recognizable even in the dark.

• Её стиль одежды всегда узнаваемый на вечеринках.

  Her clothing style is always recognizable at parties.

• Программа анализирует данные, чтобы сделать паттерны распознаваемыми.

  The program analyzes data to make patterns recognizable.

• Этот акцент в его речи узнаваемый издалека.

  This accent in his speech is recognizable from afar.

Meaning 2: Familiar or easily remembered

Translation(s) & Context:

• узнаваемый - Common in personal or cultural descriptions, emphasizing familiarity.
• распознаваемый - Less common here, but used in contexts like branding for precision.

Usage Examples:

• Его улыбка узнаваемая, как будто мы друзья.

  His smile is recognizable, as if we're friends.

• В музее экспонаты сделаны узнаваемыми через интерактивные экраны.

  In the museum, the exhibits are made recognizable through interactive screens.

• Эта мелодия распознаваемая в любой культуре.

  This melody is recognizable in any culture.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "распознаваемый" and "узнаваемый" are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern for first-declension adjectives. Below is a table for "узнаваемый" as an example; "распознаваемый" follows the same rules.

Note: These adjectives do not change in short form but can vary in comparative forms (e.g., узнаваемее for more recognizable).

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • известный (well-known; more neutral and broader)
  • отличимый (distinguishable; emphasizes difference)
• Antonyms:
  • неузнаваемый (unrecognizable; direct opposite)
  • неизвестный (unknown; less specific)

Related Phrases:

• Легко узнаваемый - Easily recognizable; used to describe something obvious in daily life.
• Распознаваемый элемент - Recognizable element; common in design or technology contexts.
• Узнаваемый стиль - Recognizable style; often in art or fashion, implying a signature trait.

Usage Notes:

"Recognizable" translates most accurately to "узнаваемый" in general contexts and "распознаваемый" in technical ones. Choose based on formality: "узнаваемый" is versatile for everyday English users, while "распознаваемый" suits professional scenarios like IT. Always decline the adjective to match the noun's gender, number, and case in Russian sentences. For example, avoid using it in isolation without context, as Russian requires agreement.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the adjective without proper declension, e.g., saying "Этот дом узнаваемый" incorrectly in a genitive context. Correct: "Этого дома узнаваемого". Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with nouns, so learners often forget case endings.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like "известный", leading to misuse in technical contexts. Correct: Use "распознаваемый" for identification processes. Explanation: "Известный" means "famous," not necessarily "recognizable," which can alter the meaning.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "узнаваемый" often relate to national identity, such as recognizable symbols in literature or art (e.g., Matryoshka dolls). This reflects Russia's emphasis on heritage, where familiarity can evoke a sense of belonging or nostalgia.

Related Concepts:

• идентификация (identification)
• знакомый (familiar)
• отличительный (distinctive)