Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'strategy'

English Word: strategy

Key Russian Translations:

• стратегия (/strəˈtʲeɡʲɪjə/) - [Formal, General; Used in business, military, and planning contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in professional, academic, and strategic discussions but less frequent in everyday casual conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires understanding of abstract concepts and Russian noun declensions, suitable for upper-intermediate learners per CEFR)

Pronunciation (Russian):

стратегия: /strəˈtʲeɡʲɪjə/

Note on стратегия: The stress falls on the third syllable ("te"), and the "г" is pronounced as a soft "g" sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. Pay attention to the palatalization in Russian phonetics.

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Meanings and Usage:

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim (e.g., in business, military, or personal contexts).

Translation(s) & Context:

• стратегия - Used in formal settings for overarching plans, such as corporate or national strategies (Context: Professional and strategic discussions).

Usage Examples:

• В компании была разработана новая стратегия для выхода на международный рынок.

  In the company, a new strategy was developed for entering the international market.

• Военная стратегия России в XIX веке сильно повлияла на исход войн.

  Russia's military strategy in the 19th century greatly influenced the outcomes of wars.

• Для успеха в бизнесе необходима четкая стратегия, учитывающая риски и возможности.

  For success in business, a clear strategy is necessary that takes into account risks and opportunities.

• Ее личная стратегия по управлению временем включает ежедневное планирование.

  Her personal strategy for time management includes daily planning.

• Правительственная стратегия по борьбе с инфляцией оказалась эффективной в прошлом году.

  The government's strategy for fighting inflation proved effective last year.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Стратегия" is a feminine noun of the first declension in Russian. It follows regular patterns for most cases but has specific changes based on number and case. Below is a table of its inflections:

Note: This noun is invariable in terms of gender but changes as shown. It does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • план (plan) - More general and can imply shorter-term actions, often used interchangeably in casual contexts.
  • тактика (tactics) - Similar but focuses on short-term methods; use when emphasizing immediate steps rather than long-term vision.
• Antonyms:
  • тактика (tactics) - In some contexts, as it contrasts with long-term strategy by being more immediate and operational.
  • хаос (chaos) - Implies lack of planning, highlighting the opposite of structured strategy.

Related Phrases:

• разработать стратегию - To develop a strategy (Used in planning contexts, e.g., business meetings).
• стратегия роста - Growth strategy (Common in economic or corporate discussions).
• глобальная стратегия - Global strategy (Refers to international plans, with cultural connotations in Russian business contexts).
• стратегия выживания - Survival strategy (Often used in crisis or military scenarios).

Usage Notes:

"Стратегия" directly corresponds to the English "strategy" in most formal contexts, emphasizing long-term planning rather than immediate actions. It is typically used in written or professional speech and should be preceded by verbs like "разработать" (to develop) or "реализовать" (to implement). Be mindful of its feminine gender in Russian sentences, which affects adjective agreements (e.g., "новая стратегия" for "new strategy"). When choosing between "стратегия" and synonyms like "план," opt for "стратегия" in contexts requiring a comprehensive, high-level approach. Avoid using it in everyday informal conversations where "план" might suffice.

Common Errors:

• Confusing "стратегия" with "тактика": English learners often misuse "стратегия" for short-term plans. Incorrect: "Моя тактика на завтра — стратегия." Correct: "Моя стратегия на год — план действий." Explanation: "Тактика" refers to tactics, so use "стратегия" only for broader, long-term concepts to avoid sounding imprecise.

• Incorrect declension: Forgetting to change the case, e.g., saying "о стратегия" instead of "о стратегии" in the prepositional case. Incorrect: "Мы говорим о стратегия." Correct: "Мы говорим о стратегии." Explanation: Russian nouns must agree in case; always check the context to apply the right ending.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "стратегия" often carries connotations from historical military contexts, such as those in Russian literature (e.g., Tolstoy's "War and Peace"), where strategic planning played a pivotal role in national identity. In modern usage, it reflects Russia's emphasis on long-term national strategies in politics and economics, symbolizing resilience and forward-thinking in a historically turbulent environment.

Related Concepts:

• тактика
• план
• анализ
• цели