Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'regress'

English Word: regress

Key Russian Translations:

• регрессия [rʲɪˈɡrʲesʲɪjə] - [Noun, Formal, Used in scientific or psychological contexts]
• регрессировать [rʲɪˈɡrʲesʲɪrəvətʲ] - [Verb, Formal, Used to describe a process of returning to a previous state]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, psychological, and statistical discussions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate level; requires familiarity with Russian noun and verb conjugations, typically encountered in intermediate language learners)

Pronunciation (Russian):

регрессия: [rʲɪˈɡrʲesʲɪjə]

Note on регрессия: The stress is on the third syllable; be mindful of the palatalized 'r' sound, which is common in Russian but may challenge English speakers.

регрессировать: [rʲɪˈɡrʲesʲɪrəvətʲ]

Note on регрессировать: This is a verb with infinitive ending; the 'тʲ' sound is soft, and pronunciation varies slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: As a noun, referring to a return to a previous or less developed state (e.g., in psychology or statistics).

Translation(s) & Context:

• регрессия - Used in formal contexts like therapy sessions or scientific reports to describe backward development.

Usage Examples:

• В психологии регрессия часто проявляется как защитный механизм в стрессовых ситуациях.

  In psychology, regression often manifests as a defense mechanism in stressful situations.

• Экономическая регрессия привела к снижению уровня жизни в регионе.

  Economic regression led to a decline in the living standards in the region.

• Исследование показало признаки регрессии в поведении детей после изменений в среде.

  The study showed signs of regression in children's behavior after changes in the environment.

• В статистике регрессия используется для анализа зависимостей между переменными.

  In statistics, regression is used to analyze dependencies between variables.

• Пациент переживает регрессию, возвращаясь к детским привычкам под давлением.

  The patient is experiencing regression, reverting to childish habits under pressure.

Meaning 2: As a verb, meaning to go back to a previous or less developed state.

Translation(s) & Context:

• регрессировать - Applied in contexts like personal development or historical analysis to indicate a reversal.

Usage Examples:

• Под влиянием травмы ребенок может регрессировать в эмоциональном развитии.

  Under the influence of trauma, a child may regress in emotional development.

• Общество иногда регрессирует, отказываясь от прогрессивных реформ.

  Society sometimes regresses by rejecting progressive reforms.

• В ходе терапии пациент начал регрессировать, вспоминая детские воспоминания.

  During therapy, the patient began to regress, recalling childhood memories.

• Экономика регрессирует из-за внешних факторов, таких как санкции.

  The economy is regressing due to external factors like sanctions.

• Если не вмешаться, поведение может регрессировать к более примитивным формам.

  If not intervened, behavior may regress to more primitive forms.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both translations are borrowed from Latin and follow standard Russian inflection patterns. "Регрессия" is a feminine noun (3rd declension), while "регрессировать" is a verb that conjugates irregularly due to its foreign origin.

Note: "Регрессия" does not change in plural forms as frequently in modern usage, but it can be pluralized as "регрессии" in specific contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • регресс (a more general term for regression)
  • откат (rollback, often used in informal or technical contexts)
  • Note: "Откат" implies a sudden reversal, differing slightly from the gradual "регрессия".
• Antonyms:
  • прогресс (progress)
  • развитие (development)

Related Phrases:

• Линейная регрессия - Linear regression (a statistical method used in data analysis).
• Регрессия в детстве - Regression in childhood (referring to psychological setbacks).
• Эмоциональный откат - Emotional rollback (a phrase implying emotional regression, often in therapy contexts).

Usage Notes:

• Both "регрессия" and "регрессировать" are direct borrowings from English and Latin, making them more common in formal or academic Russian than in everyday speech. Use "регрессия" as a noun for static states and "регрессировать" for dynamic processes.
• In Russian, these words often appear in scientific literature; for everyday conversation, opt for simpler synonyms like "откат" to avoid sounding overly formal.
• When translating "regress" as a verb, ensure the subject agrees with Russian verb conjugation rules, which can be tricky for English speakers due to gender and number.
• Choose between translations based on context: "регрессия" for nouns in psychology, and "регрессировать" for actions in historical or personal narratives.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "регрессия" as a verb, e.g., saying "Я регрессия" instead of "Я регрессирую".
  Correct: "Я регрессирую" (I regress). Explanation: "Регрессия" is a noun, not a verb; always conjugate verbs properly in Russian.
• Error: Incorrect inflection, e.g., using "регрессию" in the wrong case, like in nominative where genitive is needed.
  Correct: In a sentence like "Признаки регрессии" (Signs of regression), ensure the genitive form is used. Explanation: Russian requires precise case agreement, which English learners often overlook.
• Error: Overusing in informal contexts, e.g., saying "Мой день регрессировал" when a simpler phrase like "Мой день испортился" would suffice.
  Correct: Use "регрессировать" only in formal settings. Explanation: This word sounds unnatural in casual talk and may confuse native speakers.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and psychology, influenced by Soviet-era psychoanalysis, "регрессия" often carries connotations of historical or personal setbacks, such as during economic crises or in literature like Dostoevsky's works, where characters regress emotionally. This reflects a broader cultural emphasis on resilience against adversity.

Related Concepts:

• прогресс
• развитие
• адаптация