Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'repertoire'

English Word: repertoire

Key Russian Translations:

• репертуар [rʲɪpʲɪrˈtuar] - [Formal, Used in contexts related to theater, music, or professional performances]

Frequency: Medium (Common in artistic and professional contexts, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian noun declensions and cultural contexts)

Pronunciation (Russian):

репертуар: [rʲɪpʲɪrˈtuar]

Note on репертуар: The stress falls on the third syllable ("tuar"), which is a common challenge for English speakers due to the soft 'r' sound (palatalized). Pronounce it with a clear roll on the initial 'r' and a soft 'p'.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: A collection of works (e.g., plays, music) that a performer or company is prepared to present.

Translation(s) & Context:

• репертуар - Used in formal settings like theater or orchestra discussions; implies a curated selection of pieces.

Usage Examples:

• В театре представлен богатый репертуар классических пьес.

  In the theater, a rich repertoire of classical plays is presented.

• Оркестр ежегодно обновляет свой репертуар, включая современные композиции.

  The orchestra annually updates its repertoire, including modern compositions.

• Её репертуар как певицы охватывает джаз, поп и фольклор.

  Her repertoire as a singer covers jazz, pop, and folklore.

• Фестиваль предлагает разнообразный репертуар фильмов из разных стран.

  The festival offers a diverse repertoire of films from various countries.

• В его репертуаре преобладают произведения русских композиторов.

  His repertoire predominantly features works by Russian composers.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

репертуар is a masculine noun in Russian, which follows the standard declension pattern for most masculine nouns ending in a consonant. It is inflected based on case and number. Below is a table outlining its key inflections:

Note: This noun does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners, but pay attention to the soft ending in some cases.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • набор (nabór) - A set or collection, often less formal.
  • ассортимент (assortimént) - Variety or range, used in broader contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • отсутствие (otsútstviye) - Absence, implying no collection.

Related Phrases:

• Широкий репертуар (Shirokiy repertoar) - Wide repertoire; refers to a broad selection in performances.
• Обновить репертуар (Obnovit' repertoar) - To update the repertoire; commonly used in artistic planning.
• Театральный репертуар (Teatral'nyy repertoar) - Theater repertoire; a fixed phrase for stage productions.

Usage Notes:

• репертуар directly corresponds to the English "repertoire" in artistic contexts but is more formal in Russian. Use it when discussing prepared performances rather than casual skills.
• It is typically singular in everyday use, but the plural form (репертуары) can refer to multiple collections across different entities.
• In professional settings like theater or music, this word is preferred over synonyms; choose based on context to avoid sounding overly vague.
• Grammar note: Always decline it according to the case required by the sentence structure, as Russian nouns must agree with prepositions and verbs.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the word without proper declension, e.g., saying "в репертуар" instead of "в репертуаре" (correct: in the repertoire).
  Explanation: Russian requires nouns to change form based on case; "в" requires the prepositional case. Correct usage: В репертуаре театра есть классика.
• Error: Confusing it with "репетиция" (rehearsal), as they sound similar.
  Explanation: "Репертуар" means the collection of works, not the practice session. Example of error: Я хожу на репертуар (wrong); Correct: Я хожу на репетицию if you mean rehearsal.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "репертуар" is deeply tied to the tradition of theater and classical arts, influenced by historical figures like Stanislavski. It often evokes the Soviet era's emphasis on state-sponsored performances, where a theater's repertoire was a point of national pride, reflecting cultural heritage and propaganda.

Related Concepts:

• концерт (kóncert) - Concert
• спектакль (spéktakl') - Performance or play
• программа (prógramma) - Program (as in a show lineup)