Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'stature'

English Word: stature

Key Russian Translations:

• Рост (IPA: rɔst) - [Formal, commonly used for physical height]
• Статус (IPA: ˈstatus) - [Formal, used for social or professional standing]
• Положение (IPA: pəlɐˈʐenʲje) - [Formal or Informal, for general status or position in life]

Frequency: Medium (e.g., "Рост" is frequently used in everyday and medical contexts, while "Статус" appears in professional or social discussions, but neither is among the most common everyday words).

Difficulty: B1 for "Рост" (Intermediate, as it involves basic noun inflections); B2 for "Статус" and "Положение" (Upper-Intermediate, due to more complex contexts and potential false friends with English).

Pronunciation (Russian):

Рост: rɔst (The "р" is a rolled 'r' sound, and the stress is on the first syllable. It's straightforward for English speakers but requires practice for the rolled 'r'.)

Note on Рост: Be cautious with the vowel sounds; the 'o' is pronounced like the 'o' in "or". Variations in regional accents may soften the 'r' in some dialects.

Статус: ˈstatus (Pronounced similarly to English, with stress on the first syllable, but the 'a' sounds more like the 'a' in "father".)

Note on Статус: This is a borrowed word, so pronunciation is relatively easy for English learners, but ensure the Russian 'т' is not aspirated as in English.

Положение: pəlɐˈʐenʲje (Stress on the third syllable; the 'ж' is a soft 'zh' sound, and palatalization of consonants like 'л' and 'н' can be challenging.)

Note on Положение: The palatalized 'нʲ' (ny sound) is a common difficulty; practice with native audio to master the flow.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Physical height or build (e.g., referring to a person's stature in terms of size)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Рост - Used in formal or medical contexts, such as describing someone's height in everyday conversation or health records.

Usage Examples:

• Его рост составляет 180 сантиметров. (His stature is 180 centimeters.)

  Translation: His height is 180 centimeters. (This example shows "рост" in a factual, descriptive context, often in measurements.)

• Рост ребёнка увеличился за последний год. (The child's stature has increased over the last year.)

  Translation: The child's height has increased over the last year. (Demonstrates "рост" in a developmental or growth-related sentence.)

• В модельном бизнесе важным фактором является рост. (In the modeling business, stature is an important factor.)

  Translation: In the modeling business, height is an important factor. (Illustrates "рост" in a professional context.)

• Из-за высокого роста он выделяется в толпе. (Due to his tall stature, he stands out in the crowd.)

  Translation: Due to his tall height, he stands out in the crowd. (Shows "рост" with adjectives for emphasis.)

Meaning 2: Social or professional standing (e.g., referring to importance, status, or reputation)

Translation(s) & Context:

• Статус - Used in formal, business, or social contexts to denote rank or position.
• Положение - Applied in more general or informal situations, emphasizing social circumstances.

Usage Examples:

• Его статус в компании вырос после продвижения. (His stature in the company has grown after the promotion.)

  Translation: His status in the company has grown after the promotion. (This highlights "статус" in a career advancement scenario.)

• Положение в обществе определяет его возможности. (His stature in society determines his opportunities.)

  Translation: His position in society determines his opportunities. (Demonstrates "положение" in a broader social context.)

• Высокий статус не всегда приводит к счастью. (High stature doesn't always lead to happiness.)

  Translation: High status doesn't always lead to happiness. (Shows "статус" in a reflective or philosophical sentence.)

• Её положение в семье изменилось после возвращения. (Her stature in the family has changed after her return.)

  Translation: Her position in the family has changed after her return. (Illustrates "положение" with familial dynamics.)

• В политике статус часто зависит от поддержки. (In politics, stature often depends on support.)

  Translation: In politics, status often depends on support. (Uses "статус" in a public or institutional setting.)

Russian Forms/Inflections:

For "Рост" (a masculine noun), it follows standard Russian noun declension patterns. It is invariant in the nominative singular but changes in other cases:

For "Статус" (also masculine, but less inflected as a borrowed word), it has minimal changes: Genitive - Статуса, Dative - Статусу, etc. "Положение" (neuter noun) follows regular neuter patterns with full declension, e.g., Genitive - Положения.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms for Рост: Высота (height), Телосложение (build)
• Synonyms for Статус: Должность (position), Ранг (rank) - Note: "Должность" is more specific to job roles, while "Ранг" implies hierarchy.
• Synonyms for Положение: Состояние (state), Обстоятельства (circumstances)
• Antonyms: For all: Низкий статус (low status), e.g., Бесформенность (formlessness) for physical, or Нищета (poverty) for social.

Related Phrases:

• Рост экономики - Economic growth (Refers to the expansion of an economy.)
• Социальный статус - Social status (Indicates one's position in society.)
• Положение дел - State of affairs (Used to describe the current situation.)
• Высокий рост - Tall stature (A common phrase for physical height.)

Usage Notes:

"Рост" directly corresponds to the physical aspect of "stature" and is neutral in tone, making it suitable for formal contexts like medicine or descriptions. "Статус" is a loanword and aligns closely with English "status," but avoid overusing it in informal speech where "положение" might feel more natural. When choosing between translations, consider the context: use "Рост" for literal height and "Статус" for abstract importance. Grammatically, these nouns require appropriate case agreement with prepositions, e.g., "в росте" (in height).

Common Errors:

• English learners often confuse "Рост" with "Высота" (height), using them interchangeably, but "Рост" specifically implies growth or personal stature. Error: Saying "Высота человека" instead of "Рост человека." Correct: Use "Рост" for human height to avoid sounding unnatural.
• Another error is misinflecting "Статус," e.g., using it as "Статуса" incorrectly in sentences. Error: "Я имею статуса" (I have status). Correct: "У меня высокий статус" (I have high status), as it needs proper case.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "Рост" (height) can carry subtle social implications, such as in military or sports contexts, where taller individuals are often idealized. "Статус" reflects the importance of social hierarchy in Russian society, influenced by historical class systems, reminding users that personal "stature" might involve family background or achievements.

Related Concepts:

• Высота
• Должность
• Состояние
• Ранг