Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'residence'

English Word: residence

Key Russian Translations:

• резиденция /rʲɪzʲɪˈdʲent͡sʲɪjə/ - [Formal, Often used for official or luxurious dwellings, e.g., presidential residence]
• жилье /ˈʐɨlʲjə/ - [Informal, General, Refers to everyday housing or living space]
• место жительства /ˈmʲes.tə ʐɨˈʐɨtʲ.və/ - [Formal, Legal or administrative context, such as official documents]

Frequency: Medium - 'Residence' and its translations are commonly encountered in everyday conversations, legal contexts, and real estate discussions, but not as frequent as basic vocabulary like 'дом'.

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) - For 'резиденция' and 'место жительства', due to their formal usage and noun declensions; 'жилье' is slightly easier at A2 (Beginner) level.

Pronunciation (Russian):

резиденция: /rʲɪzʲɪˈdʲent͡sʲɪjə/ - Stress on the fourth syllable; the 'р' is rolled.

Note on резиденция: Be cautious with the soft consonants (e.g., 'дʲ' sounds palatalized); common in formal speech.

жилье: /ˈʐɨlʲjə/ - Stress on the first syllable; the 'ж' is a voiced fricative.

Note on жилье: The 'лʲ' is palatalized, which might be tricky for beginners; varies slightly in fast speech.

место жительства: /ˈmʲes.tə ʐɨˈʐɨtʲ.və/ - Stress on the first and third syllables; pronounce as two words with a slight pause.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A person's home or place of living (general sense)

Translation(s) & Context:

• жилье - Used in casual, everyday contexts for discussing housing or accommodation.
• место жительства - Applied in formal or bureaucratic settings, such as passports or residency permits.

Usage Examples:

• Я ищу новое жилье в тихом районе города.

  I am looking for a new residence in a quiet part of the city.

• Его жилье оборудовано всеми необходимыми удобствами.

  His residence is equipped with all necessary amenities.

• Ваш адрес и место жительства должны быть указаны в документах.

  Your address and place of residence must be stated in the documents.

• Это жилье идеально для молодой семьи.

  This residence is ideal for a young family.

Meaning 2: An official or prestigious dwelling (e.g., for dignitaries)

Translation(s) & Context:

• резиденция - Used specifically for formal or high-status residences, such as governmental buildings.

Usage Examples:

• Президентская резиденция охраняется круглосуточно.

  The presidential residence is guarded around the clock.

• Эта резиденция была построена в XIX веке.

  This residence was built in the 19th century.

• Посетители могут осмотреть историческую резиденцию.

  Visitors can tour the historic residence.

• Резиденция губернатора открыта для экскурсий.

  The governor's residence is open for tours.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

'Residence' translations are primarily nouns. Russian nouns inflect for case, number, and gender. Below are the inflections for each key translation:

Note: 'жилье' is irregular and often remains unchanged in some cases; 'резиденция' follows standard feminine patterns.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • дом (house) - More general, everyday synonym for 'жилье'.
  • квартира (apartment) - Specific to urban living spaces.
  • обитель (dwelling) - Poetic or formal alternative to 'резиденция'.
• Antonyms:
  • уличная жизнь (street life) - Implies transience or lack of a fixed residence.
  • пустота (emptiness) - Abstract antonym for occupied living space.

Related Phrases:

• Место постоянного жительства - Permanent place of residence; used in legal contexts for immigration.
• Официальная резиденция - Official residence; refers to government officials' homes.
• Искать жилье - To look for housing; common in real estate discussions.
• Регистрация места жительства - Residence registration; a required process in Russia for official records.

Usage Notes:

'Residence' in English often corresponds to 'жилье' for casual use or 'резиденция' for formal contexts. Choose 'резиденция' when referring to prestigious or official dwellings to match the tone. In Russian, always consider noun gender and case for grammatical accuracy—e.g., use genitive for possession. 'Место жительства' is ideal for bureaucratic scenarios but avoid it in everyday speech to prevent sounding overly formal.

• Contextual tip: In real estate ads, 'жилье' is more common than 'резиденция'.
• Multiple translations: Opt for 'жилье' if the context is informal; use 'место жительства' for legal documents.

Common Errors:

English learners often misuse cases or confuse synonyms. For example:

• Error: Saying "в резиденция" instead of "в резиденции" (incorrect prepositional case).

Correct: "В резиденции" means "in the residence." Explanation: Russian nouns require the correct case based on prepositions; 'в' typically takes prepositional case.

• Error: Using 'жилье' in formal documents, e.g., "Мой жилье" instead of "Мое место жительства."

Correct: "Мое место жительства" for official forms. Explanation: 'Жилье' is too informal for legal contexts and doesn't convey the precise administrative meaning.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'резиденция' often evokes historical or governmental significance, such as the Kremlin as a presidential residence. This reflects Russia's emphasis on formal structures and heritage, where homes of leaders are symbols of national identity. Unlike in English-speaking cultures, discussing 'место жительства' frequently involves mandatory registration (propiska), a Soviet-era practice still influencing daily life.

Related Concepts:

• адрес (address)
• квартиросъём (renting an apartment)
• дача (dacha, a country house)
• прописка (residence permit)