25
Dec
2023
Christmas Vocabulary in Russian
Christmas in Russia is celebrated on the 7th of January. Due to historical reasons, many old Christmas traditions in Russia... Learn more
17
Dec
2023
An Adverb “Довольно”
Do not confuse the adverb 'довольно' with the short adjective 'доволен,' as they have different meanings. The adverb 'довольно' translates... Learn more
11
Dec
2023
A Short Adjective “Доволен” (Satisfied)
How do you express "I'm satisfied with sth" or "I'm happy with sth" in Russian? Utilize the appropriate form of... Learn more
04
Dec
2023
How to Express Sympathy in Russian
Imagine your Russian-speaking friend telling you that they failed an exam or, for instance, are going through a tough time.... Learn more
30
Nov
2023
Why Is a Ladybird Called “God’s Little Cow” (“божья коровка”) in Russian?
The name of this small insect, with its red wings and black dots, sounds unusual not only in Russian but... Learn more
25
Nov
2023
Russian interjection “увы”
The Russian interjection "увы" is an expression that conveys a sense of regret, disappointment, or resignation. While it doesn't have... Learn more
21
Nov
2023
Wine Vocabulary in Russian
Wine is not just a drink, it is a whole philosophy. To talk about wine, you need to have a... Learn more
17
Nov
2023
The Russian Verb “бывать” and Its Usage
It is important not to confuse two Russian verbs: "быть" and "бывать." The primary difference lies in their meanings and... Learn more
13
Nov
2023
How to Read Reductions in Russian (Part 2)
Let's explore reductions in Russian which we use when writing about time. г. = год (case depends on context) гг. =... Learn more
29
Oct
2023
How to Read Reductions in Russian (Part 1)
Undoubtedly, you have encountered reductions such as "т.е.", "и т.д.", "до н.э." in Russian texts. Let's delve into how to... Learn more