Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'talented'

English Word: talented

Key Russian Translations:

• талантливый (/tɐˈlantlʲɪvɨj/) - [Formal, Adjective]
• одарённый (/ɐˈdarʲɵnnyj/) - [Informal, Adjective, Used in everyday contexts]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in literature, education, and professional discussions, but not as frequent as basic adjectives like "good").

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate; requires understanding of adjective declensions and nuanced vocabulary, with "талантливый" being standard and "одарённый" varying slightly in formality).

Pronunciation (Russian):

талантливый: /tɐˈlantlʲɪvɨj/

одарённый: /ɐˈdarʲɵnnyj/

Note on талантливый: The stress is on the third syllable; be mindful of the soft sign (ʲ) which affects the pronunciation of the 'л' sound, making it palatalized.

Note on одарённый: The 'ё' sound is distinct and often emphasized; in casual speech, it may be pronounced as /ɐˈdarʲonnyj/ in some dialects.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Having natural ability or skill in a particular area (e.g., artistic or intellectual talent).

Translation(s) & Context:

• талантливый - Used in formal contexts like job descriptions or educational settings to describe innate ability.
• одарённый - Applied in informal or creative contexts, such as praising a child's skills.

Usage Examples:

• Он талантливый художник, чьи работы выставлены в лучших галереях. (He is a talented artist whose works are exhibited in the best galleries.)

  English: He is a talented artist whose works are exhibited in the best galleries.

• Эта молодая певица одарённая и уже завоевала несколько наград. (This young singer is talented and has already won several awards.)

  English: This young singer is talented and has already won several awards.

• В классе есть несколько талантливых учеников, которые проявляют интерес к науке. (In the class, there are several talented students who show interest in science.)

  English: In the class, there are several talented students who show interest in science.

• Одарённый музыкант может импровизировать на концерте без подготовки. (A talented musician can improvise at a concert without preparation.)

  English: A talented musician can improvise at a concert without preparation.

• Талантливый писатель часто черпает вдохновение из личного опыта. (A talented writer often draws inspiration from personal experience.)

  English: A talented writer often draws inspiration from personal experience.

Meaning 2: Exceptional or outstanding in performance or achievement.

Translation(s) & Context:

• талантливый - Used in professional or evaluative contexts, such as reviews or assessments.
• одарённый - More casual, often in motivational or everyday praise.

Usage Examples:

• Команда талантливых инженеров разработала инновационное решение. (The team of talented engineers developed an innovative solution.)

  English: The team of talented engineers developed an innovative solution.

• Одарённый спортсмен выиграл соревнование благодаря своей технике. (The talented athlete won the competition due to his technique.)

  English: The talented athlete won the competition due to his technique.

• Талантливый актёр мастерски сыграл сложную роль в спектакле. (The talented actor masterfully played a complex role in the play.)

  English: The talented actor masterfully played a complex role in the play.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "талантливый" and "одарённый" are adjectives, which inflect based on gender, number, and case in Russian. Adjectives follow standard patterns for first-declension adjectives.

Note: These adjectives are regular and follow the standard pattern. They do not have irregular forms.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • способный (/spɐˈsobnyj/) - Similar to "capable," but with a focus on potential; often used interchangeably in informal contexts.
  • одарённый - As listed above, with a nuance of innate gift.
• Antonyms:
  • неталантливый (/nʲɪtɐˈlantlʲɪvɨj/) - Directly opposite, meaning "untalented."
  • неумелый (/nʲɪˈumʲɪlɨj/) - Meaning "unskilled," often used for practical abilities.

Related Phrases:

• Талантливый человек - A talented person; used to describe someone with exceptional abilities.
• Одарённый ребёнок - A gifted child; common in educational contexts to refer to prodigious youth.
• Талантливый в своей области - Talented in one's field; emphasizes specialization.

Usage Notes:

"Талантливый" is the most direct translation for "talented" and is preferred in formal writing or when emphasizing inherent ability, while "одарённый" is more casual and implies a natural endowment. In Russian, adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify, so always adjust forms accordingly (e.g., "талантливый студент" for a male student). Be cautious with context: "одарённый" can sometimes carry a connotation of rarity, making it suitable for praise in interpersonal communication.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "талантливый" without proper declension, e.g., saying "талантливый женщина" instead of "талантливая женщина" (for feminine noun).

  Correct: "Талантливая женщина" - Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; this mistake often occurs due to English's lack of gender agreement.

• Error: Confusing with "умный" (smart), e.g., using it to mean intellectual talent when "талантливый" is more about creative or specific skills.

  Correct: Use "талантливый художник" for a talented artist, not "умный художник"; the latter implies intelligence rather than artistic ability.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, terms like "талантливый" are often linked to the nation's emphasis on arts and sciences, influenced by historical figures like Pushkin or Tchaikovsky. It reflects a cultural value on recognizing and nurturing individual talents, as seen in programs for gifted children in education.

Related Concepts:

• гений (/ˈɡʲenʲɪj/)
• творческий (/tvɐˈrʲetɕɪvɨj/)
• способности (/spɐˈsobnəstʲi/)