There are some ways to express understanding in Russian which we use in everyday conversation. You’ll see how short and simple these phrases are, so it won’t be difficult to remember all of them. 5 easy ways to say “I understand’ Here are 5 very short phrases for you: (Я) понял (I understood [I got…
Do you know how to describe your friend, parent, teacher or anyone in Russian? If you don’t, just read on and you’ll learn some new words and simple examples of sentences which help us describe physical appearance. Here are some lists of adjectives to talk about hair, face and other parts of the body in…
In today’s lesson we’re going to learn how to express likes and dislikes in Russian. I’m going to show you some patterns that you can use in any situation when you need to say that you love, like or dislike something. Here’s the video version first: Talking about likes If you want to say that…
Hello, readers! It’s April Fool’s Day today, and the second month of spring has just begun. But… it’s snowing outside here in Siberia, which makes me a little sad 😞 because I’m longing for summer! Or at least for the warm spring to finally arrive. Anyway, let’s not dwell on that. This post is for…
Compliments have the power to brighten someone’s day, boost their confidence, and foster positive connections. In Russian culture, expressing appreciation and admiration through compliments is a heartfelt way to connect with others. Whether you want to compliment a woman or a man, knowing the right words can help you convey your genuine praise. In this…
Weather… it can be unpredictable at times, especially here in Russia. Our country is vast, and the climate varies across different regions. While it may be snowing in the north, the south could still be experiencing warm temperatures. Weather impacts various aspects of our lives, from planning outdoor activities to preparing for different seasons. It…
What? Which? Who? We ask too many questions every day using the same question words. But there are even more question words in Russian. I’ll try to list them all with translation and transcription. Что? [shtoh] – What? Кто? [ktoh] – Who? Как? [kak] – How? Когда? [kag-da] – When? Сколько? [skol-ka] – How many/ how much?…
There are many situations where we may need someone’s help. In this lesson, we’re going to learn some important Russian words and expressions to ask for help in any situation. I really hope it will be useful for you and you will learn how to use these words and expressions correctly. But first, let’s learn…
This post is about a basic topic – asking and telling the time. Imagine, you are alone in some Russian city and you don’t have a watch or a mobile phone (I know it’s hard to imagine but who knows what can happen) and you need to be in a particular place at a particular…
When you meet someone for the first time, you need to get acquainted before you start talking. We already learned how to get acquainted in Russian in one of my previous posts. But what about you’ve already met this person? Maybe you are friends or collegues. How to start a conversation with a friend Imagine…
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