Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'uncompetitive'

English Word: uncompetitive

Key Russian Translations:

• неконкурентоспособный [nʲɪkənkʊrʲɛntəspɐˈsɔbnɨj] - [Formal]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in business, economics, and formal discussions, but not everyday casual speech).

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of compound words and economic vocabulary, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of Russian grammar and vocabulary).

Pronunciation (Russian):

неконкурентоспособный: [nʲɪkənkʊrʲɛntəspɐˈsɔbnɨj]

Note on неконкурентоспособный: This word has a complex structure with emphasis on the fourth syllable ('sɔbnɨj'). Pay attention to the palatalized 'nʲ' at the beginning, which is a common feature in Russian. Non-native speakers may struggle with the rapid consonant clusters.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Not able to compete effectively, often in business, economics, or markets (lacking competitiveness).

Translation(s) & Context:

• неконкурентоспособный - Used in formal contexts like business reports, economic analyses, or academic discussions to describe products, companies, or markets that cannot compete due to factors like price, quality, or innovation.

Usage Examples:

• Эта компания становится неконкурентоспособной из-за высоких цен на рынке.

  This company is becoming uncompetitive due to high prices in the market.

• Неконкурентоспособные товары часто не выдерживают конкуренции с импортными аналогами.

  Uncompetitive goods often cannot withstand competition from imported equivalents.

• В условиях глобализации многие местные производители становятся неконкурентоспособными.

  In the context of globalization, many local manufacturers are becoming uncompetitive.

• Если продукт неконкурентоспособный, его продажи падают, несмотря на маркетинговые усилия.

  If a product is uncompetitive, its sales decline despite marketing efforts.

• Неконкурентоспособная экономика страны может привести к увеличению импорта.

  An uncompetitive economy of a country can lead to an increase in imports.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

неконкурентоспособный is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ый. It inflects based on gender, number, and case. This word is not irregular but can be challenging due to its length. Below is a table of its basic inflections:

Note: This adjective does not change in short form predicative use (e.g., "он неконкурентоспособен").

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • неэффективный (neeffektivnyy) - Less formal, emphasizes inefficiency rather than competition.
  • несостоятельный (nesostoyatel'nyy) - Used in legal or financial contexts, implying insolvency or inadequacy.
• Antonyms:
  • конкурентоспособный (konkurentosposobnyy) - Directly opposite, meaning competitive.
  • эффективный (effektivnyy) - Meaning effective, often in broader contexts.

Related Phrases:

• неконкурентоспособный рынок - An uncompetitive market; refers to a market dominated by monopolies or lacking fair competition.
• неконкурентоспособный продукт - An uncompetitive product; used when discussing items that fail to meet market demands.
• стать неконкурентоспособным - To become uncompetitive; often in the context of business evolution or economic changes.

Usage Notes:

неконкурентоспособный directly corresponds to "uncompetitive" in English, particularly in formal or professional settings like economics and business. It is typically used in written reports or speeches rather than casual conversation. When choosing this word, ensure the context involves competition; for general inefficiency, "неэффективный" might be more appropriate. Grammatically, it agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case, so always check agreement in sentences. For English learners, practice with economic texts to master its nuances.

Common Errors:

• Error: Confusing it with "неэффективный" and using it interchangeably. Incorrect: "Эта стратегия неконкурентоспособная" when meaning simply inefficient. Correct: "Эта стратегия неэффективная" for inefficiency, or "Эта стратегия неконкурентоспособная" if it specifically lacks competitiveness. Explanation: These words overlap but "неконкурентоспособный" implies a competitive disadvantage, while "неэффективный" is broader.

• Error: Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., using the masculine form with a feminine noun. Incorrect: "неконкурентоспособный идея" (should be feminine). Correct: "неконкурентоспособная идея". Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender, number, and case for grammatical accuracy.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and economy, terms like "неконкурентоспособный" are often discussed in the context of post-Soviet economic reforms and globalization. For instance, it reflects challenges faced by Russian industries competing with Western markets, highlighting historical shifts from planned economies to market-based systems. This word carries a connotation of vulnerability in global trade, which can evoke national economic pride or concerns.

Related Concepts:

• рынок (market)
• экономика (economy)
• конкуренция (competition)
• импорт (import)