Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'sizable'

English Word: sizable

Key Russian Translations:

• весомый [vʲɪˈsomɨj] - [Formal, used for abstract or quantitative significance]
• значительный [znətʲɪˈtʲelʲnɨj] - [Formal, applicable to size, amount, or importance]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in written and formal spoken Russian, but not everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of adjective forms and contextual nuances, with variations in formality)

Pronunciation (Russian):

весомый: [vʲɪˈsomɨj]

Note on весомый: The stress falls on the second syllable ("so"), and the initial "v" is palatalized, which can be tricky for English speakers. Pronounce it with a soft, almost "v-y" sound.

значительный: [znətʲɪˈtʲelʲnɨj]

Note on значительный: Stress is on the third syllable ("tel"), and the "zh" sound (like in "measure") is key; avoid over-emphasizing the "g" as in English.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Of considerable size, amount, or importance (e.g., referring to quantities, contributions, or impacts).

Translation(s) & Context:

• весомый - Often used in formal or professional contexts, such as business or academic discussions, to emphasize weighty or substantial elements.
• значительный - Versatile for describing physical size or abstract significance, commonly in news, reports, or everyday formal speech.

Usage Examples:

• Эта компания внесла весомый вклад в развитие технологий. (This company made a sizable contribution to technological development.)

  Translation: This company made a sizable contribution to technological development. (Shows use in a formal, professional context.)

• В регионе наблюдается значительный рост населения. (There is a sizable increase in the region's population.)

  Translation: There is a sizable increase in the region's population. (Illustrates application to demographic or statistical data.)

• Его аргументы были весомыми, но не убедительными. (His arguments were sizable but not convincing.)

  Translation: His arguments were sizable but not convincing. (Demonstrates use in debates or persuasive language.)

• Значительный объем работы был выполнен за неделю. (A sizable amount of work was completed in a week.)

  Translation: A sizable amount of work was completed in a week. (Highlights quantitative usage in project management.)

• Весомый пакет акций принадлежит инвесторам из-за рубежа. (A sizable package of shares belongs to foreign investors.)

  Translation: A sizable package of shares belongs to foreign investors. (Shows application in financial or economic contexts.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "весомый" and "значительный" are adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow regular patterns for most forms.

For "весомый" (regular adjective):

For "значительный" (also regular):

These adjectives do not have irregular forms, making them straightforward once the basic patterns are learned.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • существенный (sushchestvennyi) - Similar to "весомый," but often implies more essential or core importance.
  • крупный (krupnyi) - Emphasizes physical size, with a slight nuance of grandeur.
• Antonyms:
  • незначительный (neznachitel'nyi) - Indicates something insignificant or small.
  • мелкий (melkii) - Suggests triviality or minor scale.

Related Phrases:

• весомый аргумент (vesomyi argument) - A weighty or compelling argument; used in debates to mean a strong point.
• значительный вклад (znachitel'nyi vklad) - A sizable contribution; common in professional or charitable contexts.
• весомая доля (vesomaya dolya) - A sizable share; often in financial or market discussions, implying a substantial portion.

Usage Notes:

"Sizable" translates most accurately to "весомый" when emphasizing abstract weight or importance, such as in contributions or impacts, while "значительный" is better for measurable sizes or quantities. Both are formal, so avoid them in casual conversations; opt for simpler words like "большой" in everyday speech. Grammatically, ensure the adjective agrees with the noun's gender, number, and case. When choosing between translations, consider context: use "весомый" for qualitative significance and "значительный" for quantitative aspects.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "весомый" interchangeably with "значительный" without context. For example, saying "весомый рост" when "значительный рост" is more appropriate for population growth.

  Correct: значительный рост (sizable growth). Explanation: "Весомый" implies deeper impact, not just size, leading to misuse in statistical contexts.

• Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., saying "весомый женщина" instead of "весомая женщина" (for a feminine noun).

  Correct: весомая женщина. Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; this is a common oversight for English speakers used to invariant adjectives.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like "весомый" and "значительный" often appear in contexts emphasizing collective achievement or national progress, such as in Soviet-era literature or modern economic reports. They reflect a cultural value on substance and scale, where "sizable" contributions are tied to ideas of societal impact rather than mere size.

Related Concepts:

• большой (bol'shoi) - Large or big.
• существенный (sushchestvennyi) - Substantial or essential.
• крупный (krupnyi) - Major or significant.