Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'royalist'

English Word: royalist

Key Russian Translations:

• роялист (/rɐˈjalʲɪst/) - [Formal, Singular]

Frequency: Low (This term is not commonly used in everyday Russian conversation but appears in historical, political, or academic contexts.)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate level, as it involves understanding political terminology and basic noun inflections, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of Russian grammar.)

Pronunciation (Russian):

роялист: /rɐˈjalʲɪst/

Note on роялист: The stress falls on the third syllable ("yal"), and the "й" sound is a soft palatal approximant. Be mindful of the rolled "р" at the beginning, which can be challenging for non-native speakers. Variations in pronunciation may occur in different Russian dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A supporter of the monarchy or a royalist political stance.

Translation(s) & Context:

• роялист - Used in formal discussions of history or politics, particularly referring to individuals loyal to a king or queen during events like the English Civil War.

Usage Examples:

• В исторических текстах часто упоминается роялист, который боролся за восстановление монархии.

  In historical texts, the royalist who fought for the restoration of the monarchy is often mentioned.

• Многие роялисты в 17 веке эмигрировали, чтобы избежать репрессий.

  Many royalists in the 17th century emigrated to avoid repressions.

• Современный роялист может поддерживать конституционную монархию в дебатах.

  A modern royalist might support a constitutional monarchy in debates.

• Роялист в этой книге изображен как идеалист, верный традициям.

  The royalist in this book is depicted as an idealist faithful to traditions.

• Во время революции роялист отказался от своих привилегий ради принципов.

  During the revolution, the royalist refused his privileges for the sake of principles.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Роялист" is a masculine noun in Russian, typically following the standard second declension pattern for borrowed words. It is inflected based on case, number, and gender. Below is a table outlining its common inflections:

Note: This word does not have irregular inflections, making it relatively straightforward for learners, though attention to the soft consonants is advised.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • монархист (/mɐˈnaxɪst/) - Often interchangeable, but more commonly used for general monarch supporters.
  • приверженец монархии (/prʲɪvʲɪrˈʐɛnʲɛts mɐˈnaxʲɪj/) - A broader term emphasizing loyalty to monarchy, used in formal contexts.
• Antonyms:
  • республиканец (/rʲɛspublʲɪˈkanʲɛts/) - Refers to a supporter of a republic, contrasting with monarchical systems.
  • революционер (/rʲɛvəlʲʉt͡sʲɪˈonʲɛr/) - Implies an active opponent of traditional authority, often in revolutionary contexts.

Related Phrases:

• Роялистская партия (/rɐjalʲɪstskajə ˈpartʲɪjə/) - Royalist party; Refers to a political group advocating for monarchy.
• Поддержка роялистов (/pɐdˈdʲɛrʐkə rɐjalʲɪstɐf/) - Support for royalists; Used in historical narratives to describe alliances.
• Роялистские убеждения (/rɐjalʲɪstskʲɪje ʊbʲɪˈʐdʲɛnʲɪjə/) - Royalist convictions; Indicates strong beliefs in monarchical systems.

Usage Notes:

"Роялист" directly corresponds to the English "royalist" in political and historical contexts, but it is less common in modern Russian speech. Use it in formal or academic settings rather than casual conversation. Be aware of grammatical gender: as a masculine noun, it agrees with masculine adjectives and verbs. When choosing between synonyms like "монархист," opt for "роялист" if the context specifically involves British or Western European history. Avoid using it in plural forms unnecessarily unless referring to a group.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing "роялист" with "монархист" and using them interchangeably without context. Incorrect: "Он монархист в английской истории." (This might imply a broader sense.) Correct: "Он роялист в период гражданской войны." Explanation: "Роялист" is more specific to supporters of a specific royal figure, while "монархист" is general; choose based on historical accuracy.

• Error: Incorrect inflection, e.g., using nominative in all cases. Incorrect: "О роялист (instead of роялисте) в книге." Correct: "О роялисте в книге." Explanation: Russian requires proper case agreement; prepositional case here is "роялисте" for "about the royalist."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "роялист" often evokes images of European history, such as the English Civil War or French royalism, rather than Russian contexts, where terms like "монархист" are more prevalent due to Russia's imperial past. It highlights a fascination with Western political ideologies, especially in literature and education, and can carry connotations of nostalgia for aristocratic traditions.

Related Concepts:

• монархия
• революция
• конституционализм