Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'uprising'

English Word: uprising

Key Russian Translations:

• восстание [vɐsˈstanʲɪje] - [Formal, Historical contexts]
• бунт [bunt] - [Informal, Everyday or less organized contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in historical, political, or news discussions, but not in casual everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of Russian historical vocabulary and noun declensions; for 'восстание', it's B2, while 'бунт' is slightly easier at B1)

Pronunciation (Russian):

восстание: [vɐsˈstanʲɪje]

Note on восстание: The stress is on the third syllable ('stan'), and the 's' sound can be tricky for English speakers as it's a soft 's' followed by a palatalized 't'. Pronounce it with a clear emphasis to avoid confusion with similar words.

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бунт: [bunt]

Note on бунт: This is a simpler word with no palatalization; it's pronounced like "bunt" in English, but ensure the 'u' is short and unstressed.

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Meanings and Usage:

A rebellion or uprising against authority (e.g., organized resistance)

Translation(s) & Context:

• восстание - Used in formal, historical, or political contexts, such as describing revolutions or armed rebellions.
• бунт - Applied in informal or spontaneous contexts, like riots or minor disturbances, often with a sense of disorder.

Usage Examples:

• Русский: В 1905 году в России произошло крупное восстание, которое повлияло на историю страны.

  English: In 1905, a major uprising occurred in Russia, which influenced the country's history.

• Русский: Жители деревни организовали бунт против высоких налогов.

  English: The villagers organized a riot against high taxes.

• Русский: Великое Октябрьское восстание 1917 года стало поворотным моментом в русской революции.

  English: The Great October Uprising of 1917 became a turning point in the Russian Revolution.

• Русский: Молодёжный бунт в городе перерос в уличные беспорядки.

  English: The youth riot in the city escalated into street disorders.

• Русский: Историки изучают причины восстания, чтобы понять социальные конфликты.

  English: Historians study the causes of the uprising to understand social conflicts.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'восстание' and 'бунт' are nouns. 'Восстание' is a neuter noun of the third declension, which follows standard patterns for Russian nouns. 'Бунт' is a masculine noun that is indeclinable in some forms. Below are the inflections for each:

For 'восстание' (Neuter, Third Declension):

For 'бунт' (Masculine, but often indeclinable in modern usage):

This word is typically not inflected in casual speech, remaining as 'бунт' in most cases. In formal writing, it can follow basic masculine patterns:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • мятеж (myatezh) - Similar to 'восстание' but often implies rebellion against a leader; used in military contexts.
  • взбунтоваться (vzbuntovatsya) - A verb form meaning to rebel or mutiny.
• Antonyms:
  • мир (mir) - Peace, directly opposite in the context of conflict.
  • покорность (pokornost') - Submission or obedience.

Related Phrases:

• народное восстание - People's uprising; refers to a mass rebellion driven by the public.
• подавить бунт - To suppress a riot; used in contexts of authority quelling disturbances.
• Октябрьское восстание - October Uprising; a historical phrase referring to the 1917 event in Russia.

Usage Notes:

Choose 'восстание' for more organized, large-scale events like historical revolutions, as it carries a formal tone and is commonly used in educational or journalistic contexts. 'Бунт' is better for spontaneous or chaotic actions, such as protests or riots, and is more informal. Be mindful of context: in Russian, these words often imply political or social unrest, unlike the broader English 'uprising'. Grammatically, both nouns require agreement in gender, number, and case with accompanying words.

Common Errors:

• Using 'восстание' interchangeably with 'бунт' without considering scale: Error - "Это был бунт в 1917 году" (implying a minor event). Correct - "Это было восстание в 1917 году" for historical accuracy. Explanation: 'Бунт' suggests disorganization, while 'восстание' implies structure.
• Incorrect declension: Error - "Из-за бунта" (genitive, but sometimes forgotten). Correct - "Из-за бунта" is fine, but for 'восстание', ensure proper forms like "восстания" in genitive. Explanation: Russian nouns must match case, so practice declensions to avoid grammatical errors.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture and history, words like 'восстание' are deeply tied to events such as the Decembrist Uprising (1825) or the Bolshevik Revolution, symbolizing resistance against oppression. They often carry heroic or tragic connotations, reflecting Russia's turbulent past and emphasis on collective action in literature and media.

Related Concepts:

• революция (revolyutsiya)
• протест (protest)
• мятеж (myatezh)