Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'schedule'

English Word: schedule

Key Russian Translations:

• расписание (/rɐspʲɪˈsanʲɪje/) - [Formal, Neutral; Used for timetables, schedules of events]
• график (/ˈɡrafʲɪk/) - [Formal, Technical; Used in professional or business contexts, e.g., work schedules]
• план (/plan/) - [Informal, General; Used when referring to a planned schedule or itinerary, but less precise]

Frequency: High - "расписание" and "график" are commonly used in everyday Russian, especially in contexts like transportation, education, and work.

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate) for "расписание" and "график" - Requires understanding of noun declensions; "план" is A2 (Elementary) as it's a basic loanword.

Pronunciation (Russian):

расписание: /rɐspʲɪˈsanʲɪje/ - Stress on the fourth syllable; the 'р' is a rolled 'r' sound.

Note on расписание: Be cautious with the palatalized 'с' in the middle, which can be tricky for English speakers; it's softer than in English words.

график: /ˈɡrafʲɪk/ - Stress on the first syllable; the 'г' is a voiced velar fricative.

план: /plan/ - Stress on the first syllable; straightforward borrowing from English/French.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A plan or timetable for events, appointments, or activities (e.g., train schedule)

Translation(s) & Context:

• расписание - Used in formal contexts like public transport or school timetables; neutral and widely applicable.
• график - Preferred in professional settings, such as work shifts or project timelines; more technical connotation.

Usage Examples:

• Я проверил расписание поездов перед поездкой. (I checked the train schedule before the trip.)

  Translation: I checked the train schedule before the trip.

• Её график работы очень плотный из-за множества встреч. (Her work schedule is very tight due to numerous meetings.)

  Translation: Her work schedule is very tight due to numerous meetings.

• Мы следуем плану дня, чтобы не опаздывать. (We follow the daily schedule to avoid being late.)

  Translation: We follow the daily schedule to avoid being late.

• Расписание лекций изменилось из-за праздника. (The lecture schedule has changed due to the holiday.)

  Translation: The lecture schedule has changed due to the holiday.

• В график добавили дополнительные смены на выходные. (They added extra shifts to the schedule for the weekends.)

  Translation: They added extra shifts to the schedule for the weekends.

Meaning 2: A planned sequence or arrangement (e.g., TV programming schedule)

Translation(s) & Context:

• расписание - Common in media and entertainment; implies a fixed order.
• план - Used more flexibly for personal or informal planning.

Usage Examples:

• Расписание телепередач публикуется на сайте. (The TV schedule is published on the website.)

  Translation: The TV schedule is published on the website.

• Его план дня включает спорт и отдых. (His daily schedule includes exercise and relaxation.)

  Translation: His daily schedule includes exercise and relaxation.

• Мы скорректировали расписание, чтобы включить экскурсию. (We adjusted the schedule to include the tour.)

  Translation: We adjusted the schedule to include the tour.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Расписание" and "график" are neuter nouns, while "план" is a masculine noun. They follow standard Russian declension patterns with some irregularities.

Note: These words do not change in gender but require case agreement in sentences. "План" is invariable in some contexts when used as a loanword.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • расписание - синоним: табель (tabél) - More archaic, used in administrative contexts.
  • график - синоним: календарь (kalendár) - When referring to a calendar-based schedule; differs by implying dates.
  • план - синоним: схема (skhéma) - For structured plans, with a visual connotation.
• Antonyms:
  • хаос (khaós) - Implies disorder or lack of planning.
  • спонтанность (spontannost') - Suggests improvisation without a fixed schedule.

Related Phrases:

• По расписанию - On schedule; used for punctuality in transportation.
• Составить график - To draw up a schedule; common in project management.
• Ежедневный план - Daily schedule; for personal organization, with a routine focus.
• Изменить расписание - To change the schedule; often in event planning contexts.

Usage Notes:

• Russian translations like "расписание" directly correspond to "schedule" in formal contexts, but "план" is broader and can imply flexibility not found in English "schedule".
• Use "график" for professional or technical scenarios to sound more precise; it's less common in casual speech.
• Grammar note: Always decline these nouns based on case; for example, use genitive for possession (e.g., "расписания поездов").
• When choosing between translations, opt for "расписание" for everyday use and "график" for business to match the context's formality.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "расписание" without proper declension, e.g., saying "Я смотрю расписание" instead of "Я смотрю на расписание" in certain contexts. Correct: Ensure prepositional case where needed. Explanation: Russian requires case agreement, which English speakers often overlook.
• Error: Confusing "график" with "графика" (meaning graphics in art); this can lead to misunderstandings in professional settings. Correct: Use "график" only for schedules. Explanation: Pay attention to context to avoid semantic overlap.
• Error: Overusing "план" for strict timetables, e.g., translating "train schedule" as "план поездов" instead of "расписание поездов". Correct: "План" is for general plans; use "расписание" for fixed schedules. Explanation: This dilutes the precision of the word.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, adhering to a "расписание" (schedule) is highly valued, especially in public services like trains or buses, reflecting a historical emphasis on order from Soviet-era planning. However, in personal life, flexibility in "план" (plan) is common, highlighting a cultural balance between structure and adaptability.

Related Concepts:

• календарь (calendar)
• время (time)
• организация (organization)
• ежедневник (diary or planner)