Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'strategic'

English Word: strategic

Key Russian Translations:

• стратегический [strətʲɪˈɡʲɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, used in professional, military, or business contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in strategic discussions, business, and military contexts, but not in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian adjective declensions and formal vocabulary, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of basic grammar)

Pronunciation (Russian):

стратегический: [strətʲɪˈɡʲɪt͡ɕɪskʲɪj]

Note on стратегический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable (-ги-), and the 'г' is pronounced as a voiced velar fricative [ɡʲ]. Be mindful of the palatalization in Russian, which can be challenging for English speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Relating to strategy, planning, or long-term goals (e.g., in military, business, or political contexts)

Translation(s) & Context:

• стратегический - Used in formal settings to describe plans, decisions, or positions that involve long-term thinking and foresight, such as in corporate strategy or geopolitical analysis.

Usage Examples:

• Стратегическое планирование является ключевым элементом успеха любой компании.

  Strategic planning is a key element of success for any company.

• В военной доктрине важную роль играют стратегические решения.

  In military doctrine, strategic decisions play a crucial role.

• Эта стратегическая инициатива поможет укрепить позиции на рынке.

  This strategic initiative will help strengthen positions in the market.

• Стратегический подход к переговорам может предотвратить конфликты.

  A strategic approach to negotiations can prevent conflicts.

Secondary Meaning: Involving careful calculation for advantage (e.g., in games, sports, or personal decisions)

Translation(s) & Context:

• стратегический - Applied in less formal contexts, such as chess or everyday decision-making, to emphasize calculated moves.

Usage Examples:

• В шахматах каждый ход должен быть стратегическим.

  In chess, every move must be strategic.

• Ее стратегический выбор карьеры привел к быстрому продвижению.

  Her strategic career choice led to rapid advancement.

• Стратегическая тактика в спорте часто определяет победителя.

  Strategic tactics in sports often determine the winner.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

стратегический is an adjective in Russian and follows the standard rules for first-declension adjectives. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. Russian adjectives have full declension patterns, which can be irregular for some words, but this one is regular.

Note: This adjective does not change in short form, but in modern Russian, short forms are less common.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • стратегичный (less formal, emphasizing cleverness)
  • плановый (more about planning than strategy)
• Antonyms:
  • тактический (tactical, focusing on short-term actions)
  • оперативный (operational, immediate and practical)

Related Phrases:

• Стратегический план - A strategic plan; used in business or military contexts to outline long-term goals.
• Стратегическая инициатива - A strategic initiative; refers to proactive steps in competitive environments.
• Стратегическое партнерство - A strategic partnership; common in diplomacy or corporate alliances, implying mutual benefits.

Usage Notes:

стратегический is a direct and precise translation of "strategic" in formal English contexts, but it carries a connotation of high-level, long-term planning in Russian. It is typically used in written or professional speech rather than casual conversation. When choosing between translations, opt for стратегический if the context involves overarching strategies; for more everyday calculated decisions, it might overlap with тактический. Always ensure the adjective agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as Russian grammar requires this for proper sentence structure.

• In business English, "strategic" often pairs with nouns like "plan" or "decision"; in Russian, use phrases like "стратегический план" to maintain this structure.
• Be cautious with context: In Russian, this word can sound overly formal in personal contexts, where English "strategic" might be more neutral.

Common Errors:

• Error: Failing to decline the adjective correctly, e.g., using "стратегический" with a feminine noun without changing it to "стратегическая".

  Correct: Instead of "Я имею стратегический идея" (incorrect), say "Я имею стратегическую идею" (I have a strategic idea). Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the noun's gender, number, and case.

• Error: Confusing it with "тактический", leading to misuse in contexts requiring long-term vs. short-term planning.

  Correct: Use "стратегический план" for a long-term strategy, not "тактический план". Explanation: This can alter the meaning entirely, as "тактический" implies immediate actions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and language, words like "стратегический" often reflect the historical emphasis on military and geopolitical strategy, influenced by events like the Cold War and Soviet-era planning. It can carry a sense of seriousness and foresight, sometimes evoking national pride in strategic thinking, as seen in discussions of Russia's global role.

Related Concepts:

• тактика (tactics)
• операция (operation)
• план (plan)