38 Russian Words You Already Use in English

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There are lots of Russian words that sound and look similar to English ones. Words that are identical in both languages can really help you. They are easy to remember. Here are some examples of common cognates you should recognize: доктор [doktar] – doctor профессор [prafyessar] – professor академия [akadyemiya] – academy университет [univyersityet] –…

What are you wearing? Russian Vocabulary for Clothing

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“По одежке встречают” is a popular Russian saying that reflects the significance of the things we wear in making a first impression. Translated as “They judge by appearances,” this saying emphasizes the role of attire in shaping initial perceptions (the full version is, by the way, “Встречают по одёжке, а провожают по уму” ). Clothing…

How to Use the Verb БЫТЬ in Present, Past and Future Tenses

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The verb быть [byt’] in Russian has many forms. But we use it differently. I guess it’s much easier to deal with it in Russian than in English (except for conjugation, maybe). Let’s find out why. Быть in Present The verb to be has only one form in the present tense – есть [est’]. But…

Russian Vocabulary Words For Perceptions Of The Five Senses

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Have you ever marveled at how language has the power to capture the essence of our sensory experiences? When learning a new language, exploring vocabulary related to the five senses opens up a whole new world of expression and understanding. In the case of Russian, delving into words and phrases associated with sight, sound, taste,…

25 Russian Tongue Twisters For Beginners

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Russian tongue twisters, also known as skorogovorki, are delightful wordplay exercises that challenge your pronunciation skills in the most entertaining way. In this article, we’ll explore 25 Russian tongue twisters specially curated for beginners. These tongue twisters will not only make you giggle but also help you improve your Russian diction and get acquainted with…

‘Head’ Used in Russian Idioms and Expressions

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The following idioms and expressions use the noun голова (head.) Each phrase has a definition and one or two example sentences to help understanding of these common idiomatic expressions. потерять голову – to lose one’s head Человек может потерять голову от любви или горя. – A person can lose one’s head because of love or…