достоверность
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- A formal noun meaning reliability, credibility, or authenticity of information.
- Essential for legal, academic, and journalistic contexts in Russian.
- Derived from roots meaning 'worthy of belief' (досто- + верность).
- Used with the genitive case to specify what is being verified.
The Russian word достоверность is a sophisticated noun that primarily translates to 'reliability,' 'authenticity,' 'credibility,' or 'trustworthiness.' At its core, it describes the quality of information, a document, or a statement that makes it worthy of belief. Unlike the simpler word 'правда' (truth), which refers to the factual state of affairs, достоверность focuses on the evidence-based nature of that truth. It suggests that something is not just true, but that its truth can be verified or proven through reliable sources or logical deduction. This word is a staple in formal Russian, appearing frequently in legal, scientific, journalistic, and academic contexts where the vetting of information is paramount.
- Etymological Breakdown
- The word is a compound of 'досто-' (derived from 'достойный' - worthy) and 'верность' (from 'вера' - faith/belief). Thus, it literally means 'worthiness of belief.' Understanding this helps learners see why it is used for high-stakes validation.
- Journalistic Context
- In the era of information warfare, you will hear news anchors discuss the 'достоверность информации' (reliability of information). It implies a rigorous fact-checking process has taken place.
Эксперты подтвердили достоверность предоставленных документов, что позволило закрыть дело.
When using this word, you are signaling a high level of scrutiny. It is rarely used for trivial matters like 'Is it raining?' but rather for 'Is this historical record accurate?' or 'Is this witness statement credible?' In a digital age, достоверность is often paired with 'проверка' (verification), forming the phrase 'проверка достоверности' (fact-checking or verification of authenticity). This is crucial for anyone engaging with Russian media or academic texts.
У меня возникли сомнения в достоверности этих слухов.
- Scientific Precision
- In statistics, researchers talk about the 'статистическая достоверность' (statistical significance/reliability) of their findings. It indicates that the results are not due to chance.
Culturally, Russians value 'достоверность' as a sign of professional integrity. If a person provides 'недостоверные сведения' (unreliable information), they risk their reputation significantly. This word carries the weight of authority. It is the bridge between a simple claim and a verified fact. Whether you are reading a contract or a history book, you are looking for that quality of being 'достоверный'.
Для историка крайне важна достоверность первоисточников.
Мы не можем гарантировать достоверность данных из интернета.
- Legal Weight
- In a court of law, the 'достоверность доказательств' (reliability of evidence) determines the outcome of a trial. It is a formal requirement for any piece of evidence to be admitted.
Эта фотография подтверждает достоверность его слов.
Using достоверность requires an understanding of its grammatical behavior as a feminine noun ending in a soft sign (-ь). It typically functions as the subject or the object of a sentence, often followed by a noun in the genitive case to specify what is being verified. For example, 'достоверность (чего?) информации' (reliability of what? of information). This structural pattern is the most common way to use the word in formal writing.
- Direct Object with Verbs of Verification
- Common verbs that take 'достоверность' as an object include 'проверять' (to check), 'подтверждать' (to confirm), 'устанавливать' (to establish), and 'оспаривать' (to dispute). Example: 'Юристы оспаривают достоверность подписи' (Lawyers are disputing the authenticity of the signature).
Система автоматически проверяет достоверность введённых данных.
Another frequent construction involves the preposition 'в' (in) followed by the prepositional case. This is used with verbs like 'сомневаться' (to doubt) or 'убеждаться' (to make sure). For instance, 'Я сомневаюсь в достоверности этих слухов' (I doubt the reliability of these rumors). Note the ending '-и' for the prepositional case of feminine nouns in '-ь'.
Никто не может поставить под сомнение достоверность этого факта.
- Adjectival Modifiers
- You can modify 'достоверность' with adjectives like 'полная' (full), 'абсолютная' (absolute), 'сомнительная' (doubtful), or 'научная' (scientific). Example: 'Полная достоверность отчёта была доказана' (The full reliability of the report was proven).
In a sentence, it often acts as the subject that 'вызывает' (causes) something. For example, 'Низкая достоверность источника вызывает опасения' (The low reliability of the source causes concerns). This shows how the word is used to drive the logic of a professional argument.
Для нас достоверность — это главный критерий отбора новостей.
Суд должен убедиться в достоверности показаний свидетеля.
- Negative Forms
- While 'недостоверность' exists, it is more common to say 'отсутствие достоверности' (lack of reliability) or 'сомнения в достоверности' (doubts about reliability) to sound more natural in high-level Russian.
Журналист обязан отвечать за достоверность своих публикаций.
You will encounter достоверность in places where information is critically analyzed. It is not a word for a casual chat over coffee, but rather for the boardroom, the courtroom, or the laboratory. If you watch Russian news channels like Channel One or Russia 24, or read newspapers like 'Kommersant' or 'Vedomosti', you will see it almost daily. It is the gold standard of professional reporting.
- In the Media
- News anchors often use the phrase 'информация из достоверных источников' (information from reliable sources). This is the Russian equivalent of 'sources close to the matter.' It lends authority to a report when the specific source cannot be named.
Пока мы не получили подтверждения, достоверность новости остаётся под вопросом.
In the academic world, the word is ubiquitous. When a professor evaluates a student's thesis, they look for the 'достоверность результатов исследования' (reliability of the research results). This involves checking the methodology and the data sources. If you are a student in Russia, you will need to defend the достоверность of your work during your 'защита' (defense).
Критики спорят о достоверности мемуаров этого политика.
- In Business and Law
- Contracts often include clauses about the 'достоверность заверений и гарантий' (reliability of representations and warranties). If a company provides false information during a merger, they have violated the principle of 'достоверность'.
Even in the tech world, 'достоверность' is used in the context of 'data integrity.' Software developers might speak about ensuring the 'достоверность данных в базе' (reliability/integrity of data in the database). It is a versatile term that bridges the gap between human trust and technical accuracy.
Проверка на достоверность — обязательный этап любой научной работы.
Многие сомневаются в достоверности этой статистики.
Because достоверность is a high-level word, learners often struggle with its specific nuances and its grammatical requirements. The most common mistake is confusing it with related but distinct terms like 'правда' (truth) or 'точность' (accuracy). While they are related, they are not interchangeable in formal Russian.
- Mistake 1: Confusing with 'Точность' (Accuracy)
- 'Точность' refers to precision (e.g., 'the accuracy of a clock'). 'Достоверность' refers to whether the information can be trusted as a whole. You can have a very precise lie, but it won't have 'достоверность'.
Неправильно: Мы проверили точность его истории. Правильно: Мы проверили достоверность его истории.
Another error is in case usage. After 'достоверность', you almost always need the genitive case. Some learners try to use 'о' (about) or other prepositions where they aren't needed. Use 'достоверность (чего?)' directly.
Ошибка: Достоверность об информации важна. Исправление: Достоверность информации важна.
- Mistake 2: Overusing it in Informal Speech
- If you are asking a friend if they are telling the truth, saying 'Какова достоверность твоих слов?' sounds incredibly robotic and sarcastic. Use 'Ты серьёзно?' or 'Это правда?' instead.
Finally, remember the gender. Since it ends in '-ость', it is feminine. This affects the adjectives and verbs that agree with it. 'Достоверность был' is a common gender error; it must be 'достоверность была'.
Ошибка: Его достоверность был подтверждён. Исправление: Её достоверность была подтверждена.
Мы должны гарантировать достоверность (не 'достоверность') источника.
Russian has several words that touch upon the concept of truth and reliability. Choosing the right one depends on the context—whether you are talking about a physical object, a person's character, or a piece of data.
- Подлинность (Authenticity)
- This is specifically used for objects, documents, or feelings. 'Подлинность картины' (the authenticity of a painting) means it's the original, not a fake. 'Достоверность' is more about the information within the object.
- Надёжность (Reliability)
- This is used for people or machines. A 'надёжный друг' is a reliable friend. While information can be 'надёжная', 'достоверная' is the more specific term for factual correctness.
- Правдивость (Truthfulness)
- This refers to the character of a person or a story. It suggests a moral quality—that the person is not lying. 'Достоверность' is more objective and evidence-based.
Сравнение:
1. Достоверность отчёта (The report is backed by facts).
2. Подлинность паспорта (The passport is not a forgery).
In academic writing, you might also see 'валидность' (validity), especially in psychology or social sciences. This is a direct loanword from English 'validity' and refers specifically to whether a test measures what it's supposed to measure. 'Достоверность' is broader.
Мы проверили достоверность цитаты, прежде чем её публиковать.
- Истинность (Truthhood)
- This is a logical or philosophical term. In mathematics or logic, you check the 'истинность' of a statement (True vs. False). 'Достоверность' is used when there's a degree of human verification involved.
When you're unsure, ask yourself: 'Am I talking about whether this can be trusted based on proof?' If yes, достоверность is your word. If you're talking about whether something is 'the real deal' (like a designer bag), go with подлинность.
Никто не сомневается в достоверности ваших слов, но нам нужны документы.
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Dato curioso
The root 'вер' is cognate with the Latin 'verus' (true), which gives us English words like 'verify' and 'veracity'. So, 'достоверность' and 'veracity' are distant linguistic cousins!
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing all 'o' sounds clearly (should be reduced).
- Forgetting to soften the final 't'.
- Stressing the wrong syllable (e.g., the first or last).
- Missing the 'n' sound before '-ost'.
- Hardening the 'v' sound.
Nivel de dificultad
Common in news and books, but looks long and intimidating.
Requires correct case endings and double 'н'.
Difficult to pronounce quickly with correct reduction and soft 't'.
Easily recognizable due to the 'вер' root.
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Requisitos previos
Aprende después
Avanzado
Gramática que debes saber
Feminine nouns ending in -ь
достоверность, радость, помощь (all feminine).
Genitive case for possession/specification
достоверность (чего?) информации.
Prepositional case after 'в' for mental states
убедиться в (чём?) достоверности.
Adjective agreement with feminine nouns
Полная достоверность.
Double 'н' in suffixes
достоверность (н + ость).
Ejemplos por nivel
Это достоверная информация?
Is this reliable information?
Using the adjective form 'достоверная' with a feminine noun 'информация'.
Я верю в достоверность этих слов.
I believe in the reliability of these words.
'В' + Prepositional case: достоверности.
Нам нужна достоверность.
We need reliability.
Accusative case for the object 'достоверность'.
Где достоверность?
Where is the reliability?
Simple nominative case.
Это не достоверность, это ложь.
This is not reliability, this is a lie.
Contrast between a high-level word and a simple word.
Достоверность — это важно.
Reliability is important.
Subject-predicate structure with a dash.
Я ищу достоверность.
I am looking for reliability.
Verb 'искать' + Accusative case.
Тут нет достоверности.
There is no reliability here.
Genitive case after 'нет'.
Проверьте достоверность данных.
Check the reliability of the data.
Imperative 'проверьте' + Accusative 'достоверность'.
Вы уверены в достоверности?
Are you sure about the reliability?
Prepositional case ending in '-и'.
Достоверность этого факта ясна.
The reliability of this fact is clear.
Genitive 'этого факта' follows 'достоверность'.
Мы ценим достоверность.
We value reliability.
Standard SVO structure.
Эта новость имеет высокую достоверность.
This news has high reliability.
Adjective agreement: 'высокую' (fem. acc.).
У нас есть сомнения в достоверности.
We have doubts about the reliability.
Plural noun 'сомнения' followed by 'в' + prepositional.
Достоверность — залог успеха.
Reliability is the key to success.
Common aphoristic structure.
Он подтвердил достоверность письма.
He confirmed the authenticity of the letter.
Past tense verb 'подтвердил'.
Журналисты часто спорят о достоверности источников.
Journalists often argue about the reliability of sources.
Preposition 'о' + Prepositional case.
Нельзя гарантировать стопроцентную достоверность.
One cannot guarantee 100% reliability.
Infinitve 'гарантировать' used with a modal 'нельзя'.
Достоверность информации — это наша главная цель.
The reliability of information is our main goal.
Noun phrase as the subject.
Я сомневаюсь в достоверности его слов.
I doubt the reliability of his words.
Verb 'сомневаться' always takes 'в' + prepositional.
Для суда важна достоверность доказательств.
The reliability of evidence is important for the court.
Dative 'суда' (for the court).
Этот документ не вызывает сомнений в достоверности.
This document does not raise doubts about its authenticity.
Negative construction 'не вызывает'.
Мы работаем над повышением достоверности данных.
We are working on increasing data reliability.
'Над' + Instrumental case: повышением.
Её достоверность была доказана экспертами.
Its reliability was proven by experts.
Passive construction with 'была доказана'.
В эпоху интернета достоверность информации становится критически важной.
In the internet age, the reliability of information becomes critically important.
Adverb 'критически' modifying 'важной'.
Система проверяет достоверность каждой транзакции.
The system checks the reliability of every transaction.
Genitive 'каждой транзакции' (of every transaction).
Историки ставят под вопрос достоверность этих мемуаров.
Historians are questioning the authenticity of these memoirs.
Idiom 'ставить под вопрос' (to question).
Нам нужно убедиться в достоверности подписи на контракте.
We need to ensure the authenticity of the signature on the contract.
Reflexive verb 'убедиться'.
Достоверность результатов эксперимента была подтверждена повторно.
The reliability of the experiment results was confirmed again.
Adverb 'повторно' (repeatedly/again).
Без достоверности любая теория теряет смысл.
Without reliability, any theory loses its meaning.
Preposition 'без' + Genitive.
Она всегда проверяет достоверность слухов, прежде чем верить им.
She always checks the reliability of rumors before believing them.
Conjunction 'прежде чем' (before).
Достоверность этого источника не подлежит сомнению.
The reliability of this source is beyond doubt.
Formal phrase 'не подлежит сомнению'.
Юридическая достоверность документа является обязательным условием сделки.
The legal authenticity of the document is a mandatory condition of the deal.
Adjective 'юридическая' (legal).
Степень достоверности прогноза зависит от качества входных данных.
The degree of forecast reliability depends on the quality of the input data.
Phrase 'степень достоверности' (degree of reliability).
Критики обсуждают художественную достоверность персонажей романа.
Critics are discussing the artistic authenticity of the novel's characters.
Term 'художественная достоверность' (verisimilitude).
Необходимо установить достоверность предоставленных сведений в кратчайшие сроки.
It is necessary to establish the reliability of the provided information as soon as possible.
Superlative 'в кратчайшие сроки'.
Статистическая достоверность выборки позволяет сделать общие выводы.
The statistical reliability of the sample allows for general conclusions.
Scientific term 'статистическая достоверность'.
Сомнения в достоверности свидетельских показаний привели к пересмотру дела.
Doubts about the reliability of witness testimony led to a case review.
Complex subject phrase.
Автор стремится к максимальной достоверности в описании исторических событий.
The author strives for maximum authenticity in describing historical events.
Verb 'стремиться к' + Dative.
Достоверность — это фундамент, на котором строится научное знание.
Reliability is the foundation on which scientific knowledge is built.
Metaphorical usage.
Эпистемологический статус достоверности остаётся предметом жарких дискуссий.
The epistemological status of credibility remains a subject of heated debate.
Highly academic terminology.
В условиях постправды сама категория достоверности подвергается деконструкции.
In the conditions of post-truth, the category of reliability itself undergoes deconstruction.
Philosophical context.
Верификация и фальсификация — два метода проверки достоверности гипотезы.
Verification and falsification are two methods of checking a hypothesis's reliability.
Scientific logic terminology.
Принцип достоверности требует исключения любых предвзятых суждений.
The principle of reliability requires the exclusion of any biased judgments.
Formal principle 'Принцип достоверности'.
Абсолютная достоверность в гуманитарных науках часто является недостижимым идеалом.
Absolute reliability in the humanities is often an unattainable ideal.
Abstract academic statement.
Мы должны различать субъективную убеждённость и объективную достоверность.
We must distinguish between subjective conviction and objective reliability.
Logical distinction.
Достоверность нарратива обеспечивается обилием мелких, но точных деталей.
The reliability of the narrative is ensured by an abundance of small but precise details.
Literary analysis term 'достоверность нарратива'.
Проблема достоверности в цифровой криминалистике требует новых подходов к шифрованию.
The problem of reliability in digital forensics requires new approaches to encryption.
Technical/legal specialty context.
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— From reliable sources; used by journalists when they can't name names.
Стало известно из достоверных источников, что министр уходит.
— With a high degree of reliability/probability.
Можно утверждать с высокой долей достоверности, что проект будет успешным.
— Is beyond doubt; used to emphasize that something is definitely reliable.
Достоверность его слов не подлежит сомнению.
— In question; used when reliability is doubted.
Достоверность этих данных пока под вопросом.
— To cause concerns; often used when reliability is low.
Низкая достоверность отчёта вызывает опасения у руководства.
— In order to ensure reliability.
В целях обеспечения достоверности мы провели два теста.
— To be responsible for the reliability/accuracy.
Вы отвечаете за достоверность введённых цифр.
— In the interest of reliability.
В интересах достоверности мы опросили ещё одного эксперта.
— A check for reliability/authenticity.
Это письмо прошло проверку на достоверность.
— To doubt the reliability.
Я начал сомневаться в достоверности его истории.
Se confunde a menudo con
Accuracy/precision (numbers) vs. Trustworthiness (facts).
Authenticity of an object vs. Reliability of information.
Honesty of a person vs. Objective reliability of data.
Modismos y expresiones
— To take something at face value, believing it without checking its reliability.
Не стоит принимать всё за чистую монету.
informal— To guarantee something (like reliability) with one's life.
Я ручаюсь головой за достоверность этих данных.
informal/emotional— Used for something that lacks credibility because its flaws are obvious.
Их ложь шита белыми нитками, никакой достоверности.
informal— Trust, but verify; the ultimate motto of 'достоверность'.
Как говорится, доверяй, но проверяй достоверность.
neutral— To take on faith without requiring proof of reliability.
Учёные не могут просто брать гипотезы на веру.
neutral— To expose someone's lack of reliability or their lies.
Мы вывели его на чистую воду и доказали недостоверность его слов.
neutral— Worthless; used for information that has zero reliability.
Грош цена такой достоверности.
informal— Heard a rumor but doesn't know the facts; implies zero reliability.
Твои слова — это 'слышал звон', в них нет достоверности.
informal— I swear; used to vouch for the reliability of one's words.
Зуб даю, это достоверная инфа!
slang— A worthless document with no legal reliability or authenticity.
Этот контракт — просто филькина грамота.
informal/historicalFácil de confundir
Both mean 'truth'.
Истинность is binary (True/False) in logic; достоверность is about evidence and trust.
Проверить истинность высказывания vs. Проверить достоверность источника.
Both mean 'reliability'.
Надёжность is for people/machines (will they fail?); достоверность is for info (is it true?).
Надёжность моста vs. Достоверность факта.
Technical terms for correctness.
Валидность is specifically for scientific tests/methods; достоверность is broader.
Валидность теста vs. Достоверность результатов.
Both mean 'real'.
Аутентичность is often used for culture/identity; достоверность for facts.
Аутентичность кухни vs. Достоверность документа.
Same root.
Верность is loyalty or correctness in a simpler sense.
Верность жене vs. Достоверность информации.
Patrones de oraciones
Это [достоверная] информация.
Это достоверная новость.
Я сомневаюсь в [достоверности] [чего-то].
Я сомневаюсь в достоверности этих данных.
[Достоверность] [чего-то] была подтверждена.
Достоверность отчёта была подтверждена аудитом.
Степень [достоверности] зависит от [чего-то].
Степень достоверности прогноза зависит от погоды.
Ставить под сомнение [достоверность] [чего-то].
Он поставил под сомнение достоверность эксперимента.
В интересах [достоверности] необходимо [сделать что-то].
В интересах достоверности необходимо провести повторный анализ.
[Достоверность] является фундаментальным принципом [чего-то].
Достоверность является фундаментальным принципом правосудия.
Отвечать за [достоверность] [чего-то].
Вы отвечаете за достоверность этой статьи.
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Common in professional and academic writing; rare in casual slang.
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Достоверность о результатах
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Достоверность результатов
Don't use 'о' (about). Use the genitive case directly after the noun.
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Этот достоверность
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Эта достоверность
The word is feminine, so use 'эта' not 'этот'.
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Проверить точность истории
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Проверить достоверность истории
Stories have 'reliability', not mathematical 'precision'.
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Достоверность был подтверждён
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Достоверность была подтверждена
The verb must agree with the feminine gender of the noun.
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Достоверность друга
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Надёжность друга
Use 'надёжность' for people's character, not 'достоверность'.
Consejos
Gender Check
Always remember that 'достоверность' is feminine. Your adjectives must end in -ая/-яя (e.g., полная достоверность).
Root Recognition
Look for the root 'вер' (faith/truth). It will help you remember that this word is about believing something.
Formal Writing
Use this word in business emails when you need to ask if a report is accurate. It sounds very professional.
Stress Position
The stress is on 'ВЕР'. Practice saying: do-sto-VYEHR-nost'.
News Sources
When you hear 'из достоверных источников', it's a classic phrase for 'reliable sources'.
Common Pair
Always think of 'достоверность информации' as a single block of meaning.
Mnemonic
Associate 'Достоверность' with 'Document'. Documents prove reliability.
Double N
Don't forget the double 'н' (нн) in the middle/end of the word family forms.
Context Clues
If you hear 'суд' (court) or 'эксперт', 'достоверность' is likely to follow.
Soft Sign
Work on the soft 't' at the end. It's the mark of a high-level speaker.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
Think of 'DO-STO-VER-NOST'. 'DO' (reach) 'STO' (a hundred) 'VER' (truths). If you reach a hundred truths, you have reliability!
Asociación visual
Imagine a scientist looking at a document through a magnifying glass that has a big green checkmark on it. The checkmark represents 'достоверность'.
Word Web
Desafío
Try to find one news article in Russian today and look for the word 'достоверность' or its adjective 'достоверный'. Write down the sentence it appears in.
Origen de la palabra
From Old Church Slavonic. It is a compound of 'досто-' (derived from 'достойный' meaning worthy) and 'верность' (meaning truth or faith).
Significado original: Worthiness of being believed or trusted.
Slavic (Indo-European).Contexto cultural
Be careful when questioning someone's 'достоверность' directly; it can imply they are lying or incompetent.
In English, we might use 'reliability', 'authenticity', or 'validity' depending on the field. Russian uses 'достоверность' for all of these in a formal context.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
Journalism
- проверка фактов
- достоверный источник
- опровержение
- сенсация
Law
- улики
- показания свидетелей
- судебная экспертиза
- подлинность подписи
Science
- результаты исследования
- погрешность
- воспроизводимость
- методология
Business
- финансовый отчёт
- аудит
- заверение
- контракт
History
- первоисточник
- архивные данные
- летопись
- реконструкция
Inicios de conversación
"Как вы проверяете достоверность новостей в интернете?"
"Важна ли для вас историческая достоверность в кино?"
"Можем ли мы доверять достоверности этой статистики?"
"Что для вас является главным критерием достоверности человека?"
"Как технологии влияют на достоверность информации сегодня?"
Temas para diario
Опишите случай, когда вы усомнились в достоверности информации, которую услышали от друга.
Напишите эссе о том, почему достоверность важна для современного общества.
Представьте, что вы историк. Как бы вы доказывали достоверность найденного документа?
Размышляйте о том, как социальные сети меняют наше восприятие достоверности.
Напишите отзыв на фильм, оценивая его художественную и фактическую достоверность.
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is feminine because it ends in '-ость'. This is a rule for almost all abstract nouns with this suffix in Russian.
No, for a person you should use 'надёжность' (reliability) or 'честность' (honesty). 'Достоверность' is for what they say or for documents.
The most common verbs are 'проверять' (to check) and 'подтверждать' (to confirm).
You can say 'отсутствие достоверности' (lack of reliability) or 'недостоверная информация' (unreliable information).
Only if you are discussing something serious like the news or a work project. In casual talk, it sounds too formal.
The genitive case (кого? чего?). For example: 'достоверность данных'.
Technically 'достоверности' exists, but it is almost never used. It is an uncountable abstract noun.
Press your tongue against the back of your upper teeth and release a small puff of air, making the 't' sound 'thin' and 'hissing'.
'Достоверный' means backed by evidence; 'правдивый' means the person intends to tell the truth.
Yes, it is a very important word for scientific Russian, especially when discussing data and results.
Ponte a prueba 200 preguntas
Write a sentence in Russian using 'достоверность' and 'информация'.
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Translate: 'I doubt the reliability of these facts.'
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Write a formal request to check the authenticity of a document.
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Explain the difference between 'правда' and 'достоверность' in Russian.
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Write a sentence about 'fake news' using the word 'достоверность'.
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Translate: 'We cannot guarantee the reliability of the source.'
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Use 'достоверность' in a sentence about science.
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Write a sentence using 'сомневаться' and 'достоверность'.
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Translate: 'The reliability of the witness was questioned.'
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Write a sentence with 'высокая степень достоверности'.
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Translate: 'Reliable sources report that...'
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Write a sentence about historical accuracy in a movie.
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Translate: 'Check the data for reliability.'
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Use the negative form 'недостоверность' in a sentence.
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Write a sentence about the importance of 'достоверность' in journalism.
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Translate: 'The authenticity of the signature is clear.'
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Write a sentence with 'критерии достоверности'.
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Translate: 'He is responsible for the reliability of the data.'
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Write a sentence about 'statistical reliability'.
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Translate: 'Beyond doubt'.
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Pronounce 'достоверность' slowly.
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Use 'достоверность' in a sentence about your favorite news site.
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Tell a friend that you doubt some rumors using 'достоверность'.
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Ask a colleague to check the data for reliability.
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Say 'reliable sources' in Russian.
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State that reliability is important for you.
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Pronounce the adjective 'достоверный'.
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Ask: 'Is this information reliable?'
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Say: 'I can't guarantee the reliability.'
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Practice saying 'статистическая достоверность'.
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Say: 'The court confirmed the reliability.'
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Explain 'достоверность' in simple Russian.
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Use 'степень достоверности' in a sentence.
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Say: 'I trust this source.' (using adjective)
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Ask about the authenticity of a signature.
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Say: 'Reliability is the foundation of science.'
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Express doubt about a story.
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Say: 'We need to establish the reliability.'
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Pronounce 'недостоверность'.
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Say: 'According to reliable data...'
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Listen to the word: 'достоверность'. Which syllable is stressed?
Identify the word in this sentence: 'Нам нужно проверить достоверность фактов.'
Does the speaker say 'правда' or 'достоверность'?
Is the speaker talking about news or weather? 'Достоверность новости под вопросом.'
Listen for the adjective: 'Это достоверный источник.'
Is the speaker certain or doubting? 'Я сомневаюсь в достоверности.'
What is being checked? 'Проверим достоверность подписи.'
How many words are in 'высокая степень достоверности'?
Is the tone formal or informal? 'Просим подтвердить достоверность данных.'
Which root do you hear: 'вер' or 'вод'?
Is the word feminine or masculine based on the adjective 'полная'?
Listen for the negative prefix: 'недостоверность'.
What is the ending sound of the word?
Identify the case: 'в достоверности'.
Is the word 'достоверность' used as a subject or object? 'Достоверность важна.'
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Summary
The word 'достоверность' is your go-to term when you need to discuss the 'trustworthiness' of data or facts in a professional setting. Example: 'Проверить достоверность источника' (To check the reliability of the source).
- A formal noun meaning reliability, credibility, or authenticity of information.
- Essential for legal, academic, and journalistic contexts in Russian.
- Derived from roots meaning 'worthy of belief' (досто- + верность).
- Used with the genitive case to specify what is being verified.
Gender Check
Always remember that 'достоверность' is feminine. Your adjectives must end in -ая/-яя (e.g., полная достоверность).
Root Recognition
Look for the root 'вер' (faith/truth). It will help you remember that this word is about believing something.
Formal Writing
Use this word in business emails when you need to ask if a report is accurate. It sounds very professional.
Stress Position
The stress is on 'ВЕР'. Practice saying: do-sto-VYEHR-nost'.
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