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Are there specific dictionaries that list Russian false friends

False friends when learning Russian: Are there specific dictionaries that list Russian false friends
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Yes, there are specific dictionaries that list Russian false friends, often referred to as “false friends of translators” or “interlanguage homonyms.” These dictionaries aim to help translators, language learners, and professionals avoid common errors caused by words that look or sound similar in Russian and another language but have different meanings. Here are some examples and related resources:

  1. Modern Dictionary of French and Russian Pseudoequivalents: This dictionary focuses on interlingual pseudoequivalents between French and Russian, providing detailed information on grammatical, lexical, and etymological characteristics of false friend pairs. It is designed for both students and professional translators 2.

  2. Dictionaries for Specific Fields: Several studies highlight the creation of specialized dictionaries addressing false friends in professional contexts, such as economics or construction. For example:

    • Dictionaries focusing on economic terminology between English and Russian 1, 3.
    • Resources for construction-related vocabulary to prevent misunderstandings in professional communication 4.

  3. German-Russian False Friends Dictionary: Research has identified semantic and stylistic false friends between German and Russian, with examples provided for a German-Russian dictionary of false friends 6.

These dictionaries often combine lexicographic analysis with practical examples, making them valuable tools for avoiding translation pitfalls in various fields.

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