Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'regency'

English Word: regency

Key Russian Translations:

• регентство [rʲɪˈɡɛntstvə] - [Formal, Historical/Political]

Frequency: Low (This term is specialized and appears infrequently in everyday conversation, mainly in historical, legal, or academic contexts.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it requires familiarity with Russian noun declensions and political vocabulary; suitable for learners with a solid grasp of basic grammar.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

регентство: [rʲɪˈɡɛntstvə]

Note on регентство: The stress falls on the third syllable ('tsvə'), and the initial 'r' is palatalized, which is common in Russian but may challenge English speakers. Pronounce it with a soft, rolled 'r' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

The period of rule by a regent (e.g., when a monarch is underage or incapacitated)

Translation(s) & Context:

• регентство - Used in formal, historical, or political discussions, often in written texts like history books or legal documents.

Usage Examples:

• Во время регентства Анна Иоанновна правила Россией как регент.

  During the regency, Anna Ioannovna ruled Russia as regent.

• Регентство принца часто бывает необходимым в монархиях.

  A regency of a prince is often necessary in monarchies.

• История регентства в Европе полна интриг и политических манёвров.

  The history of regency in Europe is full of intrigues and political maneuvers.

• В период регентства король не мог принимать решения самостоятельно.

  During the regency, the king could not make decisions independently.

• Регентство может быть временным, пока наследник не достигнет совершеннолетия.

  A regency can be temporary until the heir reaches adulthood.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Регентство" is a neuter noun in Russian, belonging to the second declension. It follows regular patterns for most cases but has no irregularities. Below is a declension table for clarity:

Note: This noun does not change in the plural form as frequently as some others, and its base form is often used in general contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • опекунство (opekunstvo) - More general, implying guardianship, often used interchangeably in familial contexts.
  • попечительство (popechitelstvo) - Emphasizes oversight, with a slight connotation of care or supervision.
• Antonyms:
  • самодержавие (samoderzhavie) - Refers to absolute rule, highlighting a contrast in power dynamics.
  • независимость (nezavisimost') - Implies full autonomy, often in political or sovereign contexts.

Related Phrases:

• Период регентства - The period of regency; used to describe a specific historical era.
• Регентский совет - Regency council; refers to a governing body during a regency, common in monarchical systems.
• Временное регентство - Temporary regency; highlights the provisional nature of such rule.

Usage Notes:

"Регентство" directly corresponds to the English "regency" in historical and political contexts, but it is more formal and less common in everyday Russian speech. Use it primarily in written or academic settings, as informal conversations might opt for simpler terms like "временное правление" (temporary rule). Be mindful of declensions when integrating it into sentences; for example, it changes based on case (e.g., "в регентстве" for "in the regency"). If multiple translations exist, choose "регентство" for precision in monarchical contexts, but "опекунство" for familial guardianship to avoid overlap.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "регентство" with "регенерация" (regeneration), which means biological renewal. Incorrect: "Регенерация короля длилась годы" (meant to say regency but used the wrong word). Correct: "Регентство короля длилось годы." Explanation: These words sound similar but have no relation; always double-check spelling and context to differentiate.

• Error: Failing to decline the noun properly, e.g., using "регентство" in the genitive case incorrectly as "регентство" instead of "регентства." Incorrect: "Я читал о регентство." Correct: "Я читал о регентстве." Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, so learners must memorize declension patterns.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and history, "регентство" often evokes the era of Peter the Great's successors or the Romanov dynasty, where regents like Anna Ioannovna held power. It symbolizes transitional periods in autocratic systems, reflecting themes of instability and power struggles, which are prominent in Russian literature and historical narratives.

Related Concepts:

• монархия (monarchy)
• наследство (inheritance)
• династия (dynasty)